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Advanced Dentistry by Design in Carson City has been reflecting on things in our lives we are thankful for. One often overlooked, but important thing to be thankful for this season is healthy gums. Our gums play a large role in the health of our mouth and our bodies. Having healthy gums reduces risk for […]

Do you wake up in the morning feeling like you have a mouth full of cotton? Do you find yourself reaching for lozenges, hard candy, mouth spray or water constantly? If this sounds like you, you are likely one of the millions of people who suffer from dry mouth.  According to the Mayo Clinic, dry […]

When kids get cavities, it can be a real bummer. Tooth decay can cause pain, missed school, or even more serious issues. According to the PEW Charitable Trusts, in 2008 children went to hospital emergency rooms over 215,000 times for preventable dental issues. Those visits cost more than 100 million dollars.  Tooth decay, if left […]

The day your child loses their first tooth is a huge milestone!  However, it’s also your first-time playing Tooth Fairy. So, what’s the standard these days? How much money do you leave? What do you do with the tooth? How are you going to stay awake long enough to sneak it from under the pillow? […]

Do you remember the last time you woke up with bad breath? Was it the morning after a garlicky pasta dinner? Or maybe you had a little too much fun out with friends and woke up smelling like hot garbage. Bad breath is a common problem; but when do you know if it’s problematic enough […]

If you have any experience going to the dental office, chances are good you’ve had a dental x-ray. You know the drill, open your mouth, bite down on the hard-plastic thing that looks like a Starwars x-wing ship — then try to keep your eyes from watering while the hygienist drapes you with a heavy […]

We love the holiday season! The festive events, lights, reindeer, and Santa make the time of year so much fun. Many people see family and friends they don’t see the rest of the year and it is a time for reconnecting and celebration. Often, we celebrate and connect with food. This is a wonderful tradition […]

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures we do. We get many questions from patients about types of teeth whitening, the pros and the cons of each, and if there are any side effects. Today we are tackling a few common questions! If you’d like to know if you’re a good […]

Do you have a go-to pose for photos that doesn’t need a full-on toothy grin? If you’re uncomfortable with your crooked teeth, you are in the right place.  Taking the Bummer out of Adult Braces Wires and brackets fall in the same mental box as teen-acne and drivers permits. If you missed the window to […]