Do missing teeth make it difficult or even impossible for you to enjoy your favorite foods?
Do you miss biting into a juicy apple? Are you afraid to eat steak because you can’t chew it well enough to swallow without choking? If you have suffered tooth loss, or if you have severely damaged or decayed teeth, it can make eating very difficult. In some cases, entire food groups, such as raw fruits and vegetables, may be off limits. Relief and enjoyment are possible. Yahara Dental offers a variety of options that can improve your oral health and enable you to eat a wide range of foods. Dr. Thor Anderson can even replace your existing dentures with […]
Recommended age for your child’s first dental appointment
Dr. Thor suggests, around the age of two, bringing your child along to your visit or an older sibling’s appointment to watch. This allows them to hear the noises, smell the smells and see how the chair moves and the items being put in the mouth. We will give the child a “ride” in the chair and count teeth at this visit if they are willing. At Yahara Dental we believe by starting dental visits at an early age, you will help your child have a positive outlook towards dental care throughout their life. After the first visit, be sure […]