Eating a variety of nutrient-rich foods from all the food groups promotes healthy teeth and gums. If your diet is lacking in the vitamins and minerals your body needs, your teeth and gums are affected in a variety of negative ways. Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Teeth Everything you consume comes into contact with your
We all know that sugary drinks can lead to tooth decay, but what about the highly acidic energy drinks that are so popular now? Energy drinks hit the US market in 1997 and now the global energy drink market is predicted to reach $72 billion by 2024. Research into their health effects is still forthcoming,
Babies’ teeth start to develop before they’re even born, so you need a dentist that knows how to take care of your children’s dental needs. Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS has the knowledge and expertise to deal with the issues that are exclusive to children. Dr. Evanson completed a pediatric mini-residency at the University of
In celebration of National Dental Hygienist Week, April 7 – April 14, take the time to thank your professional dental hygienist at the office of Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS. Dental hygienists are occasionally referred to as the backbone of a successful dentist’s office, since they are an integral part of any dental team.
If you wear traditional metal braces, you’re on your way to a healthier, straighter smile! Although your Orthodontist is a dental specialist, his or her role is to oversee the movement and the straightening of your teeth, not a full dental examination and cleaning as your regular dentist provides. Good oral hygiene is imperative, especially
Brushing and flossing your teeth are daily routines. Brushing wouldn’t be nearly as effective without toothpaste, and believe it or not, using the correct toothpaste also makes a difference. Good oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums. The right toothpaste can play a critical role in oral health, but it can be difficult
An ordinary Friday night watching a movie can turn into a nightmare if a popcorn kernel causes pain in one of your teeth. There is nothing worse than a throbbing, painful tooth. If you’re experiencing this type of pain, there are a few home remedies that will help reduce inflammation and calm your painful tooth
March 6, 2021 is National Dentist’s Day; a day to celebrate the men and women who keep our chompers chomping, our gnashers gnashing, and our pearly whites pearly. Dental health is integral to our general health, so today we salute Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS for keeping our teeth looking good and being healthy! How
Tooth pain isn’t always a sign that you have a cavity, sometimes your sinuses are to blame! Sinus pressure can affect oral nerves causing sensitivities often confused with dental decay. With Spring just around the corner, allergy-induced nasal inflammation and sinus infections increase. During allergy season it’s pretty common to suffer from toothaches that are
The first thing that comes to mind when you’re told you need a root canal is that you’re in for a painful ordeal. However, the pain you feel is caused by the infection in your tooth and a root canal eliminates your pain and can save your tooth structure. Thanks to local anesthetic used to
