Flossing Is Essential To Your Oral Hygiene
Flossing Is Essential To Your Oral Hygiene Do you floss your teeth every day? When some of our patients first come to visit their family dentist in Vancouver WA, they admit that they only floss sometimes or not at all. Flossing isn't just for show; it's an important...
Do You have Sensitive Teeth? Tips for Tooth Sensitivity
Do You have Sensitive Teeth? Tips for Tooth Sensitivity At Island Family Dental, we have patients who suffer from tooth sensitivity, making it difficult for our patients to undergo dental procedures or drink cold or hot beverages. We know that sensitive teeth occur...
4 Important Benefits of Regular Dental Checkups
4 Important Benefits of Regular Dental Checkups We are all tempted to ignore a dental checkup once in a while. However, dental checkups are very important to the health of our teeth, gums, and overall health. Read on to learn four very important reasons why you should...
Are Cavities Contagious?
Are Cavities Contagious? Everyone knows you can catch a cold from someone who is spreading a virus, but did you know cavity-causing bacteria can also be spread from person to person? Cavities are Caused by Bacteria Sugar often takes the blame for causing cavities, but...
Three Tips If You Have A Cold Or Flu
Three Tips If You Have A Cold Or Flu It’s that time of year again...cold and flu season. While you’re sipping your tea in bed with a box of tissues next to you, the last thing you are probably thinking about is your teeth. However, it is important to be aware of some...
Common Myths About Gum Disease
Common Myths About Gum Disease We believe that in educating our patients about dental and oral health issues, the more these health issues can be prevented. When it comes to gum disease, there are many myths and misconceptions out there. We are here to help bust some...
Dentures Then, Dentures Today
Dentures Then, Dentures Today Tooth loss has been a human affliction for thousands of years, and even within this decade, one fifth of American adults over the age of 65 have lost all of their natural teeth. Whether the tooth loss is due to advancing age or other...
Types Of Dental X-Rays
Types Of Dental X-Rays Have you ever wondered what the different types of dental X-rays are and why each one is used? Here’s a closer look at three of the most common types. Bitewing X-Rays These are the ones where you bite down on a piece of dental film before the...
Healthy Snacking for Kids
Healthy Snacking for Kids Everyone knows that good nutrition is important for a child’s healthy growth and development. Healthy eating is also essential for their dental health! A balanced diet can help your child build strong, healthy teeth, and unhealthy eating...
5 Common Canker Sore Triggers
5 Common Canker Sore Triggers Canker sores are small, shallow ulcers that pop up in our mouths and on the inside of our lips unexpectedly, and can take days to heal. The good news is that they’re fairly easy to prevent, once you understand their triggers. 5 Common...