It’s unfortunate, but true: a lot of people don’t smile because they are embarrassed by the state of their teeth. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, cosmetic dentistry can improve just about any aspect of your smile! When we think of smiles, the first thing we think of are the teeth, of course. But we take…
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Just Like Natural Teeth (Naturally Perfect Teeth, That Is!)
Is your smile beginning to look a little dull? Has its luster faded over the years? Maybe you’ve got a chipped tooth – or maybe even a couple. You don’t have to live with these imperfections if you don’t want to. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, porcelain veneers can mask these and other dental flaws,…
Beware Of Hidden Sugar
Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at Alaska Premier Dental Group we want to remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of the teeth. The acid…
How To Choose A Dentist
Looking for a new dentist? It’s easy to find one. A quick Google search, a Yelp review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick is finding a dentist you’re happy with! At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we’re proud of our positive online reviews. Even so, knowing whether a dentist is…
Are You At Risk For Bone Recession?
This post from Alaska Premier Dental Group looks at bone recession, which is common among people who have lost one or more of their teeth. The bone loss occurs because the blood supply and stimulation needed for maintaining healthy bone is gone. Let’s look at the most common causes of jaw bone recession: Extracted Teeth…
Do You Want To Change The Shape Of Your Gums?
When you look in the mirror, do you like the smile you see? The flaws and strengths of your smile may be subjective, but if there are things about yours you don’t like, such as a gummy smile, we can fix it with cosmetic dentistry at Alaska Premier Dental Group. The shape and size of…
5 Tools For Tooth Transformations
Teeth that are damaged or misshapen can really detract from your smile, but thanks to cosmetic dentistry from Alaska Premier Dental Group, you can do something about these and other issues. There are fixes for nearly any tooth problem! Some of the most popular and effective procedures include: Veneers. Porcelain veneers are extremely thin shells…
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at Alaska Premier Dental Group. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. The actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In a few months’…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Our teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that fact and take them for granted. At Alaska Premier Dental Group we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. Here are fifteen things you might not know about teeth. Children’s teeth…
Dental Checkup: How Often?
When is the last time you had a dental checkup? At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we recommend you have one every six months. If you have a higher risk for oral diseases, we recommend every four months. Know The Risk Factors For Oral Problems Most people are in a medium-to-low risk category for dental problems.…
