Dental Health

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction is a really long name … so let’s call it TMJ. Ah, yes, that’s right, now the name is familiar! You’ve heard it before. Maybe even some lingering pain in your chewing muscles and bones have you wondering if you’ve got it. TMJ dysfunction is sometimes called TMD, TMJD, or TMJ Syndrome […]

Your Mouth: A Picture of Health Did you know that when a dentist looks at your mouth, they can tell a lot more than just how often you’re brushing? It’s true; your oral health is like a window into your lifestyle and habits. at Advanced Dentistry by Design should know. We’ve seen mouths from all […]

If we told you that your mouth is the site of a constant battle between teeth and bacteria, would you believe us? Alright, maybe it’s not that dramatic, but the fact that Carson City teeth are always at risk of developing dental caries is no exaggeration. In case you’ve never heard about caries,  are going […]

If you are a parent, you probably know how difficult it is to get Carson City children to brush and floss regularly. On top of that, young children often lack the necessary motor skills to properly care for their teeth. At Advanced Dentistry by Design, we want your whole family to have excellent dental health, […]

We all remember losing our teeth as children and being delighted to find money from the tooth fairy under our pillow, but it’s just not as fun as an adult. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, adults between the ages of 20 and 64 have an average of 25 permanent teeth […]

We love to talk about the fun and interesting sides of oral health, but today, there is something much more serious on our minds. We care about the health of everyone in Carson City, and as dental care professionals, we feel it is our duty to educate you on how to be as safe and […]

Originally created for people that can’t consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in Carson City in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, want you to know which of these options are best for your dental and general health, so here are the facts about a […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the fluoridation of drinking water is ranked among the ten greatest public health achievements of 20th century America. However, a quick search of the internet tells us that fluoride is actually toxic if ingested in large enough quantities. So which is it? Do the health benefits […]

What is oil pulling? Claiming everything from whiter teeth and healthier gums to decreased body aches and pains, oil pulling is the latest trend in DIY detox therapies. Newly popular among celebrities and lovers of natural health and wellness, oil pulling is a hygiene practice that actually dates back centuries through the Indian medical tradition […]

We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really should be flossing more. Any of these might cause us to avoid and put off regular visits to the dentist. Has it been so long since your last dental appointment that you’re not even sure […]