I’m Brian Kruchoski DDS of Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in…
General Dentistry
A Ginormous Cavity?
When dentist Brian Kruchoski of Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage repairs a tooth that has cavities or damage, the procedure chosen often depends on the location of the problem. We’re talking tooth-specific locale here. If there is a chip, crack, or tooth decay on the biting surface of a tooth, an onlay or inlay…
The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
You may be wondering why from time to time your gums are red and swollen, or your breath is bad. Maybe you’re just concerned about improving your dental health and want to be more aware for your next appointment. Learn about the four stages of gum disease you may be overlooking when thinking of your…
Teeth Protection for Exercise and Sports
There are more ways to exercise than ever before. In Anchorage, we have personal trainers, all-purpose gyms, HIIT, barre, yoga, Zumba, spin classes, specialty facilities, and recreational sports. Sports and Exercise Can Be Risky for Your Teeth At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we want our patients to be aware that many activities pose a risk…
Alaska Premier Dental Group In Anchorage Wants You To Be Healthy And Happy
Dentists in Anchorage are dedicated to your oral health and care about the condition of your teeth. At Alaska Premier Dental Group we recognize that your teeth help you both eat and speak. You use your teeth to tear, scrape, and chew food, as well as to form words with your tongue. Healthy teeth and…
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are vital because they work in tandem to maintain oral health. Dr. Brian Kruchoski encourages patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing Flossing…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
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…
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…
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…
5 Reasons to Schedule a Dental Cleaning Today
1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only acute cavities that can damage a tooth until it is beyond saving. Gum disease that leads to bone loss is just as harmful. Gum disease is caused by a buildup of plaque that creates pockets of infection between the gums and tooth roots. This leads to periodontitis, gum…
