If one of your new year’s resolutions is a brighter smile, you're probably wondering, which whitening treatment is best? Knowing what to look for and what to watch out for can make a big difference in ensuring you get the results you hope for. Here's how to choose. Home Whitening Treatments A quick online search will turn up almost endless results for at-home whitening treatments, from ...
Read MoreAs you plan your family vacation, you’re probably crossing off items from your packing checklist with excited anticipation. You’re thinking about all the interesting places you’ll see, new foods you’ll try, and experiences you’ll share with the people you love most. What you’re probably not thinking about is your oral health. But our team at Oregon Smile Care Center wants to offer you ...
Read MoreBefore you pack up the family and head to the local swimming pool, Dr. Hanson at Oregon Smile Care Center has a special message for you! Swimming pools that have too much chlorine in them can harm your smile if you’re not careful. Take a look at our infographic to learn about the ways it can affect your teeth so you and your family can keep your smiles healthy this summer. And as always, you ...
Read MoreOur team at the Oregon Smile Care Center love when you pay us a visit, but we understand that going to the dentist isn’t necessarily everyone's favorite thing to do. That’s why, for today’s blog, we’re sharing some oral health tips that can help you avoid dental problems that would require oral surgery. When Is Oral Surgery Necessary? A person might need oral surgery for any number of ...
Read MoreFear is a perfectly natural human response to the threat of danger. It’s important to your survival, in fact. But fear becomes a problem when it’s based on an irrational perception or expectation of danger. Dental anxiety refers to that sense of fear or dread you might experience when going to the dentist. It covers a broad range of fear levels. Two people could both have dental anxiety, but ...
Read MoreYou deserve a dentist who takes a proactive approach to your oral health. That’s what you’ll find with us at Oregon Smile Care Center in Salem, OR. Today, we’re sharing a video testimonial from one of our satisfied patients, Joseph. He has a history of oral health problems, particularly issues with his gum health. Take a quick listen to Joseph explain other reasons why he chose Dr. Hanson ...
Read MoreIn today’s video blog, Shelbie recalls how her young daughter’s first dental checkup with Dr. Hanson was a positive, fun experience. Isn’t it nice to have a warm, friendly staff who cares about building trust with all the littles in your family? We understand how parents feel when it’s time for the kids’ doctor and dentist appointments. There is always some level of apprehension about ...
Read MoreMarch 20 is World Oral Health Day, so we think it’s the perfect time to brush up (pun intended!) on gum disease prevention! We’ve compiled some of our best blogs on the subject so you don’t have to waste valuable time doing online research. Blog #1 is all about gum disease risk factors. You might be surprised to learn the sort of things that increase your risk of periodontal infection. Read ...
Read MoreBy now, you may have started your back-to-school shopping. You have been picking out new outfits for your kids along with getting supplies. Paper, pens, folders, notebooks, and backpacks will be in your shopping cart soon if you haven't bought them already. The first day of school is just a few weeks away. It's also a good time to schedule a dental cleaning for yourself and your children. Call ...
Read MoreMany people suffer from a lack of confidence in Salem, OR, that for whatever reason holds them back from accomplishing things that they wish to accomplish in life. There are many reasons someone can suffer from low self-confidence, but a very common reason that this happens is because people think that they don’t look the way they should look. People can improve their appearance a few different ...
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