Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
“Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.” – Robert BrowningWe would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Aaron Wellborn. Everyone wants a glowing
Post-Procedure Care
As with any surgery, post-procedure care is of utmost importance after getting periodontal surgery. Bleeding, pain, swelling, and other sensations are common and should be expected to a degree. This
Earth Day
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first
Flossing Fact or Flossing Fiction?
Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Issaquah, Washington office, now is an excellent time to schedule
What is a water pick and do I need one?
Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and
Keep It Cheesy for a Long-Lasting Smile
You’ve heard people tell you to say “cheese” when you’re having your picture taken, probably more times than you can count. There is another reason you should be saying “cheese”
St. Patrick’s Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
“St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time — a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it
March is National Nutrition Month!
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
The Clear Benefits of Invisalign®
Straighter teeth is something many people desire. A nice smile is one of the most attractive things about a person. However, wearing a mouth full of braces for two, three,
Treatments for Tooth Discoloration
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile.
The Origins of Valentine’s Day
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
February is Heart Month
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
The Benefits of a Bright Smile
Having a nice, bright smile can affect the way you look, and in turn, improve how you feel about yourself. With the help of the doctor to provide you with
Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® Make You Smile
Many adults and teens in our Issaquah, Washington office would love to have their teeth straightened but are unwilling to go through the long and often embarrassing process of wearing
Suffer from tooth discoloration? Don’t panic!
Like many other parts of the human body, teeth age. You may look at old photos and realize your smile was significantly brighter in the past than it is now.
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
A Brighter Smile for the New Year
The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Aaron Wellborn, a brighter smile is quick and easy! Given