How to Prevent Dry Socket
When you have a tooth extracted, your body immediately sets to work to help protect the affected area. The blood that collects at the site
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George
Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth
In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her
How do I prevent oral cancer?
The fact is, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, resulting in
Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history
Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Aaron Wellborn. Common reasons for
Are dental X-rays safe?
YES! X-rays have been used in dentistry for a long time, and the amount of radiation has significantly decreased with advances in technology. While there
Suffer from Dental Anxiety? Not a Problem.
If you suffer from dental anxiety, we understand that paying a visit to our office can seem like a nearly impossible mission. Regardless of what
How effective is whitening toothpaste?
The American Dental Association encourages you to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent dental problems such as tooth decay, bad
Getting Ready for Winter
Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as
When should a filling be replaced?
There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a
The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients at Aaron Wellborn, we proudly screen our
Charcoal Toothpaste
Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is
I’ve lost a filling; now what?
Dental fillings usually protect our teeth, but sometimes they need to be protected, too. If you lose a filling, contact our Issaquah, Washington office immediately
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within
Courting Disaster
When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental
Is Your Broken Tooth An Emergency?
When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information
Taking Charge of Your Dental Health
Now that you’re a teenager, you have a lot more responsibility and independence. Choosing high school classes and electives. Getting a driver’s license. Landing your
Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a
Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive