Cavity-Free Kids: Simple Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay
Help your kids maintain healthy smiles! Learn how to prevent cavities with tips from Bassett Creek Dental, your trusted Golden Valley family dentist.
Brushing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Discover common brushing mistakes and learn how to fix them with these expert tips from Bassett Creek Dental, your trusted Golden Valley dentist. Protect your smile today!
Your Most-Asked Questions About Dental Care Answered
Discover answers to your dental care questions at Bassett Creek Dental. Serving Golden Valley families with award-winning, compassionate dental services.
Winter Sports Mouthguards
Winter brings plenty of opportunities for kids to stay active with sports like hockey, skiing, snowboarding, and even basketball during indoor practice sessions. While these activities are great for keeping your kids active, building skills, confidence, and teamwork, they can also pose risks to your child’s smile. That’s why mouthguards are a must-have piece of […]
The Importance of a Post-Halloween Dental Check-Up
Halloween candy can be fun, but it can also increase the risk of cavities and other dental issues. Learn why scheduling a post-Halloween dental check-up for your child is crucial for keeping their smile healthy. Bassett Creek Dental offers expert care and prevention tips.
Understanding Thumbsucking: A Guide for Parents
As a parent, you always want what’s best for your child’s health and happiness. Thumbsucking is a common and natural habit for many infants and young children. While it often provides comfort, there are times when this habit may need to come to an end. Let us help you understand thumbsucking, when it’s appropriate, potential […]
The Impact of Sugary Beverages on Your Smile
We have all heard that sugar is not good for your smile. It is the perfect fuel for bacteria in our mouths, which produce acids as they metabolize the sugar, eroding tooth enamel and leading to cavities. However, sugar is lurking everywhere, even in places you don’t expect it, like our favorite beverages. Don’t be […]
How Vaping May Affect Your Oral Health
On a daily basis, we often get questions about how different lifestyle choices can impact oral health, and one topic that’s been coming up more frequently is vaping. While vaping is usually marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, it’s important to understand its potential effects on the body, specifically your mouth and teeth. What […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: The Critical Link Between Mental Health and Oral Health
May marks National Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’d like to take this opportunity to highlight a lesser-discussed aspect of wellness: the connection between mental health and oral health. As a group of knowledgeable dentists, we’ve witnessed firsthand how mental health can significantly impact dental health, influencing everything from daily hygiene routines to more severe […]
The Surprising Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Wellness
Many people do not realize the impact oral health can have on the whole body. The mouth is a critical gateway to overall health. Understanding this connection can help us make informed decisions about our dental care and recognize the bigger picture that oral hygiene practices can have on whole-body health. Oral Health and Overall […]
