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 »

Did you know that there are foods that can strengthen and support your gums? Your gums support your teeth, protect the bone material in the mouth, and ward off the oral bacteria that cause gum disease. For a beautiful smile, you can boost your gum healthy by eating the foods they need to thrive. Leafy Greens: Kale and spinach are... read more »

Are you interested in a tooth restoration treatment such as dental crowns or dental veneers, but cannot decide which one is best for you? Although both tooth restoration treatments are highly effective for improving the look you are seeking for your teeth, they do have their differences. Dental crowns are highly effective tooth restoration treatments that act to not only... read more »

Have you ever heard of CEREC? CEREC technology is highly effective in the use of oral health care treatments such as dental fillings and dental crowns. Using CEREC technology, dentists are able to reach new levels of oral health care efficiency and durability. A dental crown is used to cap a damaged or unsightly tooth that needs to be covered... read more »