Nobody ever said caring for your smile was going to be easy. However, there are several things you can do to help limit the risk of dental damage. Having an effective oral hygiene routine in place as well as oral accident prevention plans provides a good one-two punch for knocking out any issues associated with damage to your teeth and... read more »

Having a dental check-up performed by a dentist twice each year is essential for maintaining a healthy mouth. Each of these appointments starts with a thorough dental cleaning, followed by a comprehensive dental exam. If you notice something abnormal with one of your teeth in between your regularly scheduled dental checkups, you should not delay in scheduling an appointment at... read more »

If you have a damaged or flawed tooth and need to receive a dental restoration to improve its quality, you may find that the benefits of CEREC technology offer just what you need. CEREC technology is a system that offers same-day dental care for damaged or unflattering teeth and uses the highest quality materials to craft these restorations. We have... read more »

The American Dental Association’s goal is to help individuals and families maintain strong teeth and a healthy mouth. This includes a series of recommendations, guidelines, and informational tools. This starts with advising you to thoroughly brush your teeth each morning and night with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste. You should also make sure to thoroughly floss between each of... read more »

Periodontal disease is also frequently called gum disease and is a gum tissue infection that can also affect the bones surrounding your teeth. A gum infection can be caused by germs and bacteria produced by plaque buildup, which irritates your gums and create many dental health problems in your smile. We have provided some of the signs of gum disease... read more »

Are you tired of waiting weeks or months for a dental crown? If so, our dentist, Dr. Barry Sorenson, has some good news for you! You don’t have to wait any longer. Our office now has CEREC®, which is a high-tech machine that can create your dental crown within one simple and quick appointment at our office. You can get... read more »

  In order to ensure your smile can thrive for the rest of your life, it is always a good idea to have a tooth hazard prevention plan in place. This can make sure that dental damage does not occur to your teeth and if it does, that you will have the proper care to ensure recovery occurs as soon... read more »

Unfortunately for orthodontics patients, nuts, candy canes, and caramel seem to permeate the holiday treat scene--and none can be eaten with braces. But there are still lots of delicious foods to eat--especially if you make your own! Here are some braces-friendly holiday goodies you can make yourself with ease. Fudge: Fudge is a quintessential treat for the holiday season, and... read more »

Orthodontic treatment from Salina Creek Dental is designed to realign your smile as quickly and efficiently as possible, but proper dental hygiene goes a long way in improving your experience. If you have received braces or another immovable orthodontic appliance, Dr. Barry Sorenson offers professional dental cleaning tips. Tooth decay can derail and delay your orthodontic treatment, which is why... read more »

Chronic dry mouth can come from many sources. It often is the side effect of a medication. It can come from too much tobacco or alcohol. It can be a symptom of a disease. Those are just a few of the causes. The results of dry mouth, however, can be rather serious for your mouth as well. You may develop... read more »