We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health threats. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, too often, we treat cavities and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their children out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to safeguard themselves when they participate in…
Cosmetic Dentistry
Unexplained Headaches Or Jaw Pain?
Hello! I’m Brian Kruchoski, DDS, of Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage. I have been practicing quality general and cosmetic dentistry since 1997. Today’s post focuses on malocclusion, or bad bite. Malocclusion is the dental term for a problem in the way your top and bottom teeth come together. The ideal bite is when the…
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, you should never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing daily oral hygiene will improve your health now and in the future. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to mention bad breath (something friends, family, and coworkers…
We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable
To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. dentist Kruchoski knows this, and that is why the dental team at Alaska Premier Dental Group have made patient comfort our number one goal. In conjunction with creating a soothing environment, we have various medications that can decrease and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give you…
Does Your Smile Make a Great First Impression?
In a Match.com survey, over 5,000 single men and women were asked what they found most attractive in a potential dating partner. 60% of men and 71% of women said straight, white teeth and an attractive smile was the most important feature. and… Research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), found that a…
What’s On Your Dental Wish List?
A cosmetic dental consultation is informative and enjoyable. You’ll have the opportunity to describe your goals and expectations. We Look Forward to Meeting You If this is your first visit to Alaska Premier Dental Group, you’ll discover whether you feel comfortable with dentist Kruchoski and other members of the treatment team. Successful cosmetic dentistry consultations…
Whitening vs Bleaching At Alaska Premier Dental Group
Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dental service that Alaska Premier Dental Group provides in-office or through a take-home kit. Results vary, but most patients observe significant lightening that lasts up to a year. Want to feel more confident? Our teeth whitening patients affirm that a whiter smile elevates self-confidence and can take years of…
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of people without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your…
3 Smart Smile Solutions
In today’s message we will concentrate on three innovative procedures used in smile redesigns. 1. Tooth Implants Tooth implants are changing the face of dentistry. For most patients, a dental implant is the proper solution for a missing tooth. A dental implant is a metal (usually titanium) rod implanted into the bone to replace the…
Tooth Implant Placement: Before, During, After
Let’s discuss what to expect during tooth implant surgery. We will divide it into three parts: before, during, and after. An implant procedure goes like this: Before the Procedure We begin with X-rays, an exam, and a consultation. We’ll take numerous X-rays of your teeth and jaw. Images are taken from numerous angles. It’s important…
