Your Gums Play A Powerful Role

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your gums maple grove mnYou love your smile, and you work hard to keep it safe. But if you’re only focusing on your teeth, then you could be risking your oral health maintenance, because your gums play an incredibly powerful part in the process. Without a strong set of gums, it’s tough for you to have a strong bite and a beautiful set of teeth. So, when you start to notice a change in your gumline, it’s a sign to call your dentist and schedule your next checkup; it could make a real difference in keeping your smile safe.

Here at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, we work hard to help people manage their smile needs. From routine prevention, including cleanings and examinations, to further assistance through restoration and cosmetic improvement, we are here to help people in our community experience the smiles that they deserve. We also know the importance of keeping up with your gums, and if you’ve not been putting in the work, then it’s time to find your way back to a positive pathway of preventive care.

Take charge of your oral health. Fight for healthy gums with Elm Creek Dental.

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filed under: Periodontal Disease

Focusing On Oral Health At All Ages

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at all ages maple grove mnAre you up to date with your dental checkups? Even if you are, are you sure that your little one is, too? It can be tough to find the time for everyone’s oral health treatment, but these visits are vital to your entire family’s smile success. So, make sure to keep the focus on everyone’s smile at all ages in order to avoid common dental concerns like tooth decay and gum disease. That starts with a dedication to your family’s biannual checkups.

With our team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, you have a dentist’s office who cares. We understand that your smile is a huge part of your life, and that rings true for your kids, as well. Children are like you in that they need to see their provider at least twice each year for a cleaning and an examination.  So, when it’s time to schedule your family’s checkups, see if you can do them all in a single trip to the office so that everyone is on the same schedule.

Schedule your family’s prevention and stay on track. Call Elm Creek Dental today.

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filed under: Children's Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry

What You Need To Know About Dental Bridges

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Maple Grove, MN, dental bridges

When you have experienced tooth loss due to periodontal disease, a facial injury, or other complications, you know just how frustrating this can be. You may have noticed a change in your ability to eat certain foods or speak clearly. You may have even noticed a decrease in your self-confidence, as you now feel embarrassed to show off your smile. If you are currently experiencing any of these challenges, the team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, is here to help you. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about how dental bridges can replace your missing teeth and refresh your health and confidence.

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filed under: Tooth Replacement

What Happens During A Tooth Extraction?

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Maple Grove, MN, dentist offers tooth extractions

If your dentist has told you that one of your teeth needs to be removed, you may have a lot of questions. You may wonder why it needs to be taken out instead of repaired, how long the procedure will take, and what comes after the treatments. In today’s blog, your team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, is here to answer some of these questions so you can feel confident going into your procedure.

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filed under: Restorative Dentistry

Protect Your Tooth With A Dental Crown

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Maple Grove, MN, dentist offers dental crowns Damaging a tooth can be worrisome and cause serious discomfort. Even a small chip or crack caused by an accident can cause sensitivity and should be looked at right away to avoid further harm or an infection. Your team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, offers dental crowns that can protect your smile after an injury and restore your damaged pearly whites. In our blog today, we’re here to talk about the many problems this treatment can help with.

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filed under: Restorative Dentistry

Root Canals Can Relieve Toothaches

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Maple Grove, MN, dentist offers root canals

In a recent blog, we discussed how dental fillings are used to treat a tooth that has a cavity. This minimally invasive restoration can protect your smile from serious damage and prevent the need for more extensive treatments in many cases. However, if you have a deep cavity or the filling fails, you may need to have a root canal done to repair your smile. In today’s blog, your team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, is here to talk about what to expect when having this treatment done.

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filed under: Restorative Dentistry

Need A Cavity Filled?

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Maple Grove, MN, dentist offers dental fillings The end of the year is a great time for you to come in for your last checkup of the year and complete any necessary restorations. If you found out at your most recent cleaning and examination that you have a cavity, you may want to get it filled as soon as possible to get the most of your dental benefits. Your team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, offers lifelike dental fillings that blend in with your pearly whites and protect your smile.

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filed under: Restorative Dentistry

Poor Sleep? Our Team May Be Able To Help

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Maple Grove, MN, dentist offers treatment for sleep apnea

Did you know that snoring is not actually a sign of good sleep? Many people think that these loud snoozes mean you have reached a point of deep rest. In reality, these loud breathing sounds made when you catch some shut eye could be a sign of a serious sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This disorder causes patients to periodically stop breathing at night, which can be harmful for your physical, mental, and oral health. Your team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, may be able to help diagnose the issue and find a helpful treatment.

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filed under: Snoring/Sleep Apnea

Exploring Your Orthodontic Treatment Options

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Maple Grove, MN, dentist offers orthodontic options for patients

Have you accomplished your resolutions for this year? The end of the year will be here sooner than you think, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your plans. If one of your goals this year was to finally correct your poorly spaced smile, we are here to help. In today’s blog, your team at Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, is here to talk about your orthodontic treatment options. This way, you can enter a new year knowing you will have an improved smile.

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filed under: General Dentistry