Tyler B. Schaffeld DMD Blog

Dental insurance can be confusing! You’re not even sure what a network is, let alone if your dentist is included in it or not. And what does it mean if they are not in your insurance plan’s network? Do you have to choose another dentist? Your dentist in Enterprise has answers for all of your insurance network questions – so read on!

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You want to have the best dental health possible, but are some of your actions hindering it? If you’re missing dental visits, then you are definitely working in opposition to the maintenance of your oral health. As you read on, your dentist in Enterprise explains some of the benefits of preventive dentistry and why it’s so important to incorporate into your lifestyle.

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One of the most prevalent conditions impacting people’s oral health is gum (periodontal) disease. A recent study shows that one in every two people over the age of 30 has some form of periodontal disease. Compounding the problem is the fact that the numbers continue to rise. In an effort to better educate you and enhance your oral health, your local dentist weighs in to explain the different stages of gum disease and how to prevent it from developing.

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Your dentist in Enterprise is your smile’s best friend. They help vanquish plaque and tartar from your teeth, give you tips on how to prevent decay, and are always ready to help out if you run into a dental problem. But did you know that your dentist does even more? An oral cancer screening should always be part of a routine dental appointment. Let’s talk about why this is so important and what you can expect during your screening.

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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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