After seeing one too many pictures of yourself on Facebook, you decide it’s finally time to do something about your misaligned teeth. Metal braces are simply out of the question, as you imagine they’ll just make you look like you’re 14 years old. You do a little research online for alternatives, and you happen upon a treatment called ClearCorrect. It says it can effectively straighten your teeth without metal braces and in less time as well. This sounds too good to be true, but is it? Your dentist in Enterprise is happy to let you know exactly how ClearCorrect works so you can know if it’s the right treatment for you. (more…)

One very important part of dental care is often overlooked – education. Throughout any process you’re involved in, you should be simultaneously increasing your dental IQ. Thus, given that dental implants in Enterprise have exploded on the scene as a way to restore your missing teeth, your local dentist finds it important that you know and understand the differently terminologies that are used in relation to the process. So as you continue reading, prepare to briefly enter the world of dental terminology and leave feeling more informed that ever before.

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It’s just about a month into the new year—how are you doing with your new year’s resolutions? Maybe you set out on a quest to better oral health. Have you been completing your due diligence to make sure your teeth and gums are in better condition in 2018 than 2017?

If not, your dentist in Enterprise is here to give you an extra nudge in the right direction with some helpful “new year, better oral health” tips. Learn more in this week’s blog post!

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It’s been a few days since you noticed a slight discomfort in your mouth. It hasn’t gone away yet and it’s starting to feel more painful than when you first noticed it. Unfortunately, you have no idea what could have caused it or how to even address it.

That’s why your dentist in Enterprise is here to aid you and your aching tooth. In this post, they’ll go over the possible causes of your toothache as well as how to treat it prior to your next dental appointment.

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What’s bigger than the Oregon – Oregon State rivalry? It’s the battle between the electric and manual toothbrushes. Is one actually better than the other? Your Enterprise dentist, Dr. Tyler Schaffeld, yields his expertise on the matter in hopes of ending the debate.

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You’re watching your child play their favorite sport, and you’re having a great time. You’re cheering on your young athlete as they try their best to help their team. But then — bam! Your child takes a hard hit, and suddenly you’re rushing to your local emergency room because your little one suffered a serious injury. Incidents like this are all too common for children who play sports, but a custom mouth guard from your dentist in Enterprise can help prevent damage and keep your kid healthy.

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The waitress is patiently waiting to take your order. You know you won’t be able to chew the steak you really want to order because of your missing teeth, so you choose the safe route and order soup again. You haven’t been able to enjoy a meal at a restaurant since you lost your tooth because you feel embarrassed about eating in front of others. You don’t have to feel self-conscious any longer! Your dentist in Enterprise has solutions for you and here are some of your options for tooth replacement.

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It begins with some slight sensitivity when you’re enjoying your favorite summer treat – ice cream. You don’t think too much about it because it goes away quickly. The next thing you know, your tooth has more sensitivity, but Ibuprofen seems to do the trick and it feels better so you don’t contact your dentist. Before you know it, you are up in the middle of the night with severe pain that won’t let you sleep. The next day you are told that you need root canal therapy in Enterprise. How did this happen, and could it have been avoided?

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The worst thing you can do when faced with a problem is to ignore it. The issue will never improve, only get worse. The same applies to your oral health. If one or more of your teeth have become damaged, you should visit the dental practice of Tyler B. Schaffeld, D.M.D. for dental crowns in Enterprise. If you have multiple teeth that need to be repaired, you may need to consider getting a dental bridge. Let’s explore these two restorative options to see which will provide the best solution to your dental problem.

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When you meet someone new, do you give him or her your best smile? Perhaps you use a more reserved smile that doesn’t show your teeth? If you’re not satisfied with the appearance of your teeth it affects your confidence, and it’s always on your mind. Whether your smile just need a small upgrade, or a complete makeover, cosmetic dentistry offers many options and Dr. Tyler Schaffeld can help! Here are some of the cosmetic services your dentist in Enterprise offers.

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