Do you suffer from jaw pain? This could be caused by a TMJ disorder. TMJ disorders are often not serious and can be treated holistically with minimally invasive treatments and habits. This brief but comprehensive guide will help you understand TMJ disorders, symptoms, causes, and treatments. If you are experiencing chronic jaw pain, contact Health…
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Holiday Stress? Understanding Stress Reduction and Its Impact on Oral Health
Many of us simply don’t realize how stressed we are during the holiday season, nor how that stress impacts mental and physical health, including oral health. Most of us accept the stress of gift-giving and feelings of being overwhelmed because of the holidays as a normal part of the season. However, holiday stress doesn’t always…
Dental Cleanings in Anchorage: The Benefits of Regular Dental Cleanings in Holistic Dentistry
Regular dental cleanings play an important role in your oral health, and indeed, in your overall physical well-being. Even though it might not seem urgent to get a dental cleaning, the cost of ignoring your dental health can be high, both to your health and your wallet. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits…
7 Dental Hygiene Tips for a Healthier Smile
October is Dental Hygiene Month, a perfect time to revisit your oral care routine and ensure that your smile is not only healthy but also supported by natural, holistic practices. While many of us are familiar with brushing and flossing, there are plenty of ways to elevate our dental hygiene routine to promote not just…
5 Holistic Approaches to Treating Gum Disease
Would you like to solve or prevent gum disease problems in the safest, most natural way? At Health Centered Dentistry in Anchorage, we can help you do that. Our holistic dentistry practice offers a new way to look at dental care. A holistic dentist is trained in providing the same types of dental procedures as…
Holistic Gum Care in Anchorage: Natural Ways to Prevent & Treat Gum Disease
Healthy gums are essential to your oral health and overall well-being. During Gum Care Month, we at Health Centered Dentistry emphasize the importance of maintaining gum health through holistic methods. Holistic dentistry takes your whole body’s health into account when recommending oral health habits and treatments. Here are some of our recommendations for improving your…
Breastfeeding and Oral Health: Separating Fact from Fiction
May is Women’s Health Month. And here at Health Centered Dentistry in Anchorage, we want to address an area of women’s oral health care that’s had a lot of myths and misconceptions pop up over the years. Namely, the effects breastfeeding has on both your oral health and your baby’s oral health. There’s so much…
Safely Removing Mercury Amalgam Fillings: The SMART Dentistry Protocol
Amalgam, a metal mixture of mercury, silver, copper, tin, and zinc, has been used in dental work since the early 19th century. It became one of the most popular dental restorative materials because of its strength and low cost. Amalgam has a very high mercury concentration of 50% by weight. Removal of amalgam fillings (also…
10 Things You Need To Know Before Getting Porcelain Veneers
Looking for a dazzling smile? Porcelain veneers might be the solution. There are other types of veneer material – composite veneers, composite resin veneers, temporary veneers, removable veneers But the traditional porcelain veneers are the most popular choice for those who want a beautiful bright smile. A porcelain veneer can completely cover dental imperfections like…
Pregnancy and Oral Health – What You Should Know
Pregnancy, and trying to get pregnant, can bring up a lot of questions, especially if it’s your first time. At Health Centered Dentistry, we realize questions about your oral health may be near the bottom of the list. However, recent studies have found that oral health can affect both fertility and fetal development. The…
Teeth Whitening in Anchorage: Here’s Why You Need a Professional Whitening Procedure
Over time, the brilliant, white teeth we have in childhood start to fade, often becoming stained and yellow. Our once-dazzling smiles start to dim. There are many reasons this happens – diets, stain-causing beverages (coffee, tea, soda, and red wine), smoking, aging, medication, and poor dental hygiene habits. It’s hard to avoid it. Seeing a…
Restoring Your Smile: A Guide to Restorative Dentistry in Anchorage
Life throws a lot our way, and sometimes, our smiles take a hit. It’s often unexpected, and it seems to happen at the worst times, whether it’s right before a vacation, an important meeting, or maybe even during a family event. No matter when it happens, the bottom line is that if you’re missing teeth…
