Today’s post focuses on a problem experienced by many people – bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most common cause is substandard oral hygiene. Often, halitosis occurs midday arising from the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food pieces on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. The wastes of…
Dental health
How Long Should You Brush?
dentist Kruchoski and the American Dental Association recommend two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most individuals think they brush that long but would be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Alaska Premier Dental Group offers preventative dentistry. We work with our patients…
You May Have Gingivitis
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are devoted to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause dilemmas. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen,…
Help For Tetracycline Stains At Alaska Premier Dental Group
Here at Alaska Premier Dental Group, our mission is making the smiles of all Alaska dental patients white and bright. My name is Brian Kruchoski and today we are going to talk about ways to enhance your beautiful smile. Maybe as a teen you were prescribed tetracycline to combat acne, but have now been left…
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
Hello, I’m Dr. Brian Kruchoski. At my Anchorage practice, I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Anchorage men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be…
Find A Few Minutes To Floss
One common excuse often given by people who don’t floss is that the practice is difficult to fit into their daily schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, here are some suggestions for when to fit this important dental health habit into your day. The…
Our Dental Team Takes Care Of You
At Alaska Premier Dental Group each dental professional on our team helps us operate smoothly and provide a high level of care. This post focuses on the duties of a dental assistant. You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is working on me,” or “The…
Not Happy With Your 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…
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At Alaska Premier Dental Group we can help such people do something about it. The problem…
3 Reliable Steps To Find The Best Anchorage, Alaska Dentist
Looking for a new dentist? Maybe you’re new in town, or maybe you’re just looking for a change. Whatever the reason, Alaska Premier Dental Group has some suggestions you may find useful. It isn’t a decision you want to make lightly. Ideally you should establish a relationship that you can count on for years to…
