Hi, I’m dentist Brian Kruchoski, an experienced Anchorage general dentist serving the greater Wasilla area. One of the most common requests I get from my dental patients is whiter teeth. I am happy to say that Anchorage dental patients are in luck when it comes to teeth whitening in Alaska, because cosmetic dentistry procedures like…
Cosmetic Dentistry
Smile More, Live Better
If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. Perhaps you make a conscious effort to avoid smiling in social and professional settings. Do you think frequent smiling has a meaningful effect on your life? You bet it does. In addition to simply making us happier, smiling benefits our…
How Do Veneers Create Stunning Smiles?
Veneers have a multitude of applications in Anchorage cosmetic dentistry. With veneers, you can transform your smile without significant restorative dental work. Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the brilliance and translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many Wasilla dental patients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe they…
Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics
Alaska Premier Dental Group patients use the word “cavity” often when discussing oral health practices. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic. At Alaska Premier Dental Group we think it’s great that people in the Wasilla area are so conscious of their teeth, and we feel that having…
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. This condition is so common in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the ADA. Fortunately, periodontal disease can be treated. If left untreated, it can cause irreversible damage such…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Today in the Anchorage dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is typically caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they…
Restoring Smiles At Alaska Premier Dental Group
We believe a well-designed smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we not only restore teeth to their original condition; we make many smiles better than they ever were before! Some patients have only a few issues they wish to fix. Perhaps one or two teeth are misshapen…
Affordable One-Visit Tooth Fix
Some Wasilla people are unhappy with the way their teeth look but many mistakenly assume that cosmetic dentistry is far too costly to pursue. Sure, a complete mouth reconstruction can be a significant investment. Consider the cost of dental school and post-graduate training for a master-level cosmetic dentist. Consider the expense of individually creating multiple…
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Today’s article focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This, in turn,…
A Fresh Start After Losing a Tooth
Do you have a missing tooth? If the tooth had been aching, it may have been a relief. Unless, of course, it was in the front of your mouth and now the gaping hole shows every time you smile. Ignoring it is hardly possible because your tongue can’t leave the gap alone. I’m Missing a…
