Many people believe that George Washington the first President of the United States of America had wooden teeth. However, contrary to this popular belief, President Washington did not have wooden teeth. By the age of 57 President Washington had lost all but one of his teeth requiring him to use dentures to eat and speak. [...]

MLB Hall of Fame baseball player Tony Gwynn recently underwent surgery to remove a malignant tumor from his parotid gland.  Although doctors say there is a limited connection between Gwynn’s cancer and smokeless tobacco. Tony Gwynn blames his battle with cancer on years of using smokeless tobacco which he freqently placed in his right cheek. The parotid gland is [...]

Valentine’s Day is the time of year to get that special someone in your life that romantic gift you have always wanted to give them.  Most of us, me included, usually resort to the usual, flowers, chocolate, something lacey, etc.  However, this year I want to encourage you to think outside the Valentine’s Day box and [...]

Most dentists will agree that you should change your toothbrush every 3 months. Studies show that after 3 months of normal wear and tear, toothbrushes are much less effective at removing plaque and bacteria from the teeth and gums. The bristles of the toothbrush will begin to breakdown and lose their effectiveness at getting into [...]

On February 1, 2012 TenderCare Dental’s Dr. Justin Marostica was the first dentist in Portland, Oregon to place the latest dental implant from Zimmer Dental Inc: Trabecular Metal Dental Implant. Dental Implant History  Attempts to replace missing teeth with implanted materials have been observed in ancient human remains, and documented experimentally and clinically in dental [...]

Dentures are very delicate and may break if dropped even a few inches. Stand over a folded towel or a basin of water when handling dentures. When you are not wearing them, store your dentures away from children and pets. Like natural teeth, dentures must be brushed daily to remove food deposits and plaque. Brushing [...]

A healthy, white smile is easier and less expensive to achieve than you might expect. Daily habits combined with the whitening agent of your choice can keep your teeth looking strong and bright. Daily Dental Habits Consistent good dental habits go a long way toward maintaining whiter teeth. Snacks and meals high in sugar and [...]

We use our mouths for a variety of tasks every day – drinking, tasting, chewing and swallowing. These seem like simple exercises, but our mouths are a lot more complicated than we might at first believe. All of the action inside our mouths contributes to our potential for tooth decay. What Makes a Mouth? Your [...]

Regardless of whether or not you have dental insurance, comprehensive dental care is necessary for a lifetime of overall good health. Basic dental services establish a baseline regarding the health of your teeth and take care of problems before they turn into emergencies. Plus, they cost a lot less than you think. Dental Exam A [...]