🩸🦷 Bleeding Gums: Should You Ignore Them? Seeing a little blood when you brush or floss can be easy to dismiss. You might think you brushed too hard, flossed differently than usual, or simply have sensitive gums. Sometimes that’s exactly what’s happening. But repeated bleeding deserves attention because it can also be a sign of
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September Family Dental Reset: Why Now Is a Good Time to Plan September brings a familiar change for many Bellevue families: school starts, summer schedules settle down, and everyone’s calendar begins filling up again. It can also be a good opportunity to get the family’s dental care organized. What may have been postponed? Summer vacations,
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You wake up in the morning with a sore jaw. Maybe you also have a headache or notice that your teeth feel unusually sensitive. Could nighttime grinding or clenching be part of the problem? You may not know you’re grinding One of the frustrating things about nighttime grinding—also called bruxism—is that it happens while you’re
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When Should You Replace an Old Filling or Crown? If you’ve had the same filling or crown for many years and it isn’t causing any problems, you may assume there’s no reason to have it checked. But dental restorations don’t necessarily last forever—and problems can sometimes develop before you notice pain. Why can old restorations
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Why September Is the Right Time to Review Your Dental Benefits September may seem early to think about the end of the year, but when it comes to dental care, planning ahead can make things much easier. If you have dental insurance, this is a practical time to review your remaining benefits and think about
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Do You Need Antibiotics Before Dental Work If You Have a Joint Replacement? If you’ve had a hip or knee replacement, you may have been told at some point that you need antibiotics before visiting the dentist. That advice isn’t automatically applicable to everyone. Current American Dental Association guidance states that, in general, preventive antibiotics
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What Do the 2026 Oral Cancer Guidelines Mean for Your Dental Checkup? When you think about a dental checkup, you probably think about cavities, gum health and cleaning. But your dentist also looks for changes in the mouth that may require further attention. In 2026, the American Dental Association updated its oral cancer guidance as
read more Why September Is the Right Time to Review Your Dental Benefits September may seem early to think about the end of the year, but when it comes to dental care, planning ahead can make things much easier. If you have dental insurance, this is a practical time to review your remaining benefits and think about
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Do You Really Need Antibiotics for a Toothache? When a tooth starts hurting or swelling develops around the gums, many people immediately think, “I need antibiotics.” But antibiotics aren’t the right solution for every dental problem. The American Dental Association’s guidance recommends against using antibiotics for most pulpal and periapical dental conditions and instead emphasizes
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Choosing a Long-Term Dental Home for Your Family When it comes to your family’s oral health, consistency matters. Choosing one trusted dental practice for everyone in your household can make managing dental care simpler while ensuring each family member receives personalized treatment throughout every stage of life. A long-term dental home allows your dentist to
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