The Truth About Flossing
Everyone knows that flossing is an extremely important component of good oral hygiene, yet so few of us do it as part of our daily routine. This will address some [...]
Why Do We Have Baby Teeth?
The most obvious answer to ‘Why do we have baby teeth?’ is that the smaller mouths of children need smaller teeth, but there are also other very important reasons as [...]
Prevent Bottle Rot
“Bottle rot” is the term used to describe cavities resulting from the continuous and prolonged exposure of a young child’s teeth to the sugars in milk and juice. It is [...]
Smile Your Way To A Happier and Healthier Life
It’s frequently said that it takes more muscles to frown than it does to smile. In reality, however, this is not the truth. A minimum of ten muscles are required [...]
Pacifiers and Thumbsucking
Sucking on a thumb or pacifier is a natural reflex for babies and toddlers which helps to sooth & comfort them. It can be beneficial for the child (and parent) [...]
When Should My Child Get Braces?
A question that is frequently asked at the dentist is, “When should my child get braces?” In short, there is no universal answer. It depends upon every child’s individual & [...]
Tooth Fairy Poll: The Tooth Fairy is Staying Busy!
Delta Dental continuously monitors the rate per tooth and total annual amount that the Tooth Fairy pays for lost baby teeth in their Original Tooth Fairy Poll. It was reported [...]
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) To Treat Cavities
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has been used in dentistry for a long time in many parts of the world, but it is now being used as a frequent and reliable [...]
Creating A Dental Hygiene Routine
Despite your dentist constantly reminding you to floss, most people fail do so. Flossing is an extremely important component of achieving and maintaining good oral health. If you’re having trouble [...]
Is Your Child Grinding Their Teeth?
Children (and adults!) often grind their teeth at night while sleeping as well as when they are anxious, angry, stressed, or simply as an idiosyncratic behavior. The technical term is [...]
Make Toothbrushing Fun for Your Child
Brushing and flossing isn’t necessarily an exciting activity, however, by making it fun and interactive, you can help your child develop good oral hygiene habits that will last a lifetime. [...]
5 Facts About Your Dental Insurance
Dental Insurance is complex, to say the least. It is nothing like medical insurance, and a common misconception is that there are set copays for services and that everything gets [...]
Nitrous Oxide: The Benefits
Nitrous oxide, more commonly known as “laughing gas”, is a great way for patients to come in to the dental office and feel more calm and relaxed during dental treatment. [...]
Fun Facts About Dentistry I Bet You Didn’t Know
1) What happens to our baby teeth won’t affect our permanent teeth -- FALSE Baby teeth pave the way for adult teeth! Primary teeth are place holders for the adult [...]
National Dental Hygiene Month
October is National Dental Hygiene Month and we want to share a few daily habits to help you maintain a healthy smile! Did you know that flossing on a daily [...]
Best Places to Work: Sala Family Dentistry
Over the last 40+ years Sala Family Dentistry has been a well-known name in not only the dental field but Northern Nevada. Our excellent service, dedication to our community and [...]
Preventive Care: Don’t Delay Treatment!
There was this saying that I heard many years ago, “it will never be cheaper than it is today”! Now this applies to dentistry. Admiringly enough dental care is an [...]
Oral Cancer Screening Reno
One of the most important exams you can receive at the office is an oral cancer screening exam. This exam allows dentists to evaluate and check for lumps, bumps, and [...]
Tooth Fairy Ideas
Do you have little ones at home that have wiggly teeth or have lost a tooth? Here are some fun ideas that you can use for your little ones who [...]
MI Paste for Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth Sensitivity can happen for several reasons, including exposed roots, whitening (either over the counter products or in-office treatments), decay, and cracks. Sensitive teeth are particularly uncomfortable to heat and [...]
Canker Sores
Aphthous ulcers, or canker sores, affect more than 3 million people in the United States every year. These sores can occur inside the mouth near the gums and on the soft tissue inside [...]
Prevident Booster
Do you know the benefits of Prevident Booster? Prevident Booster is very beneficial for: patients with high risk for caries patients with decalcification due to braces to protect crowns and bridges For best results, [...]
Night Guard Protective Benefits
2020 has been one of the most stressful years of this century so far. With everything going on in the world these days, the prevalence of clenching and grinding teeth [...]
Manual v Electric Toothbrush
In 2007, I faced the predicament of the manual vs electric toothbrush debate. I was visited by Sonicare and Oral B reps. Both reps talked a great game and told [...]
