Mat-Su Dental Center

12/11/2021

Though small in size, your tongue is big in importance. It helps you taste, eat, digest, speak, and have a radiant smile! Check out some facts on why your tongue is so amazing here:

TODAY -- Pictured: Miley Cyrus appears on NBC News' 'Today' show -- (Photo by: Peter Kramer/NBC/NBC NewsWire via Getty Images)Without it, we'd struggle to eat, breathe and talk -- but how much do we really know about our tongues?Here are eight fun facts, busted myths and health tips about the misund...

12/04/2021

Brushing teeth can be a mundane task, but it doesn't have to be - especially for our little ones! These tricks will have them looking forward to bedtime brushing!

Check out these steps to make brushing your kids' teeth easy and fun for everyone.

11/27/2021

We all know that candy, chips, and soda are bad for our teeth, but what about foods that promote oral health? Here they are.

Use a healthy foods list to improve your diet and the health of your mouth.

11/20/2021

What did the dentist see at the North Pole?

A molar bear!

11/13/2021

What did the dentist say to the gingerbread man? 🤔

"You have ginger-vitis!" 🤣

11/06/2021

Fluoride is used in dentistry to strengthen your teeth's enamel and help prevent cavities. Learn more about the benefits of using fluoride and how to use it safely in order to avoid any unnecessary side effects!

Learn about the health benefits of fluoride, its side effects, and the controversy surrounding its use in public water supplies.

10/30/2021

Dental implants are a great investment in your oral and overall health. Taking good care of your dental implants is important for ensuring they last for life. That involves brushing and flossing regularly - but when it comes to the latter, you may find it difficult to find the proper technique to really clean around the dental implant. If you’re wondering how to properly floss dental implants, you are not alone.

Dr. Angelo Mariotti, a Colgate spokesperson, discusses proper flossing for implant care.

10/23/2021

We may not play music, but we do use instruments 😉

If you've ever wondered (or worried) about the arsenal of tools you see when you sit in the chair, this guide may ease your mind.

A brief guide to help you understand basic dental tools, and assist in calming your nerves and putting your mind at ease during your next dental visit.

10/16/2021

Most of us know cavities as the primary antagonist of our oral health stories. But what are cavities, really, and what can be done about them? Read on!

A cavity is a small hole in your tooth, formed when the tooth enamel is damaged.

10/09/2021

Dentist: “When is the last time you flossed?”

Patient: “You should know...you were there.”

10/02/2021

We believe it’s important to not only treat our patients with high-quality care but to educate them about their oral health so they can be empowered to live healthy lives.

Kids are fascinated by science and biology, especially the human body, so blow their minds with these teeth-related pieces of trivia.

09/25/2021

Here's a lesser known dental fact: Did you know the modern toothbrush was not developed until the 1700s?

A man from England named William Addis attached boars' bristles to a bone handle, creating a toothbrush that was actually mass-produced. Brushes with nylon bristles and ergonomic handles were later developed in the 1930s.