If you are a new parent, it’s normal to feel like there is a lot you don’t know about pediatric dentistry. Many new parents tend to feel overwhelmed and have a lot of questions about their children’s oral health care. Our team at Pine Ridge Dental can provide the answers you need. To learn more about pediatric dentistry and its... read more »
If you are ready to enhance your smile both in look and form, consider the use of a cosmetic dental treatment. Although cosmetic treatments at their surface are designed to dramatically enhance your smile’s appearance, in many instances they can also add a solution for fixing any minor errors and ailments that may have occurred. In situations where teeth are... read more »
If you enjoy salad, we’ve got some good news for you: leafy greens are great for teeth! With all of the foods out there that can damage teeth, we thought you might enjoy learning a bit extra about the ones that are good for teeth. Read this post to find out a little bit more, and ask us about healthy... read more »
If you’re interested in knowing what happens during a dental cleaning, then our dentists, Dr. Tom Tetrick, is more than happy to help you. The more you know, the more comfortable and relaxed you might feel in the dental chair. So, when you come to our office for your next cleaning appointment, you can expect the following steps: Step No.... read more »
Are you aware of the causes of pulp damage? When your pulp becomes infected, it often requires a tooth extraction. However, it may be possible for a root canal therapy to be used to remove the pulp safely to allow the tooth to continue to function in your mouth. For a list of causes that can easily lead to pulp... read more »
To ensure your smile has the highest chance of oral health care success, always make sure you're practicing useful oral hygiene routines, such as visiting your dentist for routine checkups and examinations and eating a healthy diet that is full of nutritious meals. In order to make sure your smile last for the rest of your life, you need to... read more »
Were you aware that in 1976, more than 150 years after his death, George Washington was promoted to Six Star General in the U.S. military? This promotion was created only for Washington, meaning no military officer can ever outrank him. Read on to learn a little bit more about Washington's famous dentures. George Washington may be the most famous denture-wearer... read more »
Even the most effective toothbrush can’t access the areas between teeth or reach below the gum line to remove the plaque and food particles that build up in these spaces. Accumulations of plaque and food particles can cause you to develop gum disease and tooth decay. Our team encourages you to make flossing a regular habit, and we would be... read more »
It is important to make sure you're doing everything you can to keep your smile safe this Halloween season. This includes having effective treatment plans in place to prevent any accidents that may arise and establish effective oral health treatment plans to keep your smile at its best. During Halloween, set guidelines for trick-or-treating or candy consumption in your household.... read more »
Do you want to know how Zoom! Whitening brightens your smile? Pine Ridge Dental in Lincoln, Nebraska is proud to offer Zoom! Whitening in-house whitening and take-home whitening treatments. We can tell you more about how it all works. A Zoom! in-house treatment can make your smile is up to six shades whiter in only 45 minutes or less. And... read more »