Enhancing Your Smile with a Tooth-Colored Filling

3d render of teeth with gold, amalgam and composite inlay dental filling over white background

Nothing is more annoying than having a blemish or dental issue stand in the way of having a seamless smile. While some matters such as cavities caused by types of snacks or food may not necessarily be visible upon inspection, they can result in potentially detrimental circumstances that can tarnish your grin even further. In the event this occurs, it is important you contact your Richfield, MN dentist at Cedar West Family Dentistry to learn how tooth-colored fillings can be utilized to restore your smile.

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Schedule Your Checkup And Cleaning Today

checkup and cleaning cedar westNow that we’re in November, the end of the year is right around the corner. Which means if you want to use your dental insurance benefits and health savings funds, and obtain treatment before the holidays season begins, you should schedule a checkup and cleaning today. In today’s blog, your Richfield, MN, dentist talks about the importance of these routine visits.

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Trick-Or-Treating And Healthy Smiles

Children in Halloween costumes trick or treating and eating candy.It is that time of year again! Scary and festive decorations, dressing up and becoming whoever or whatever you want to be, and trick-or-treating into the evening. There is nothing more exciting as a child than coming home with a bucket full of tasty candy and treats from the evening’s haul. Keep in mind, however, that Halloween is approaching, and while many people love the spooky season, it is important to take into account how candy and other goodies affect your overall oral health. Because of this, the team at Cedar West Family Dentistry in Richfield Minnesota offers year-round preventive care to ensure your smile stays in tip-top shape.

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Snacking And Your Smile

display of snack foodsThink about what you ate yesterday or the day before. You might remember the big meals, but it’s easy to overlook the snacks. Yet snacking habits can have a profound affect on your smile. Little nibbles here and there, sugared drinks and sticky, chewy treats can harm teeth in unexpected ways. Our kind and supportive dentist in Richfield, MN, uses checkups and cleanings to keep a careful eye on your oral health, and smart snacking habits can help checkups go smoothly. (more…)