Maintaining a healthy mouth throughout your life relies on several important factors. This includes making sure to brush your teeth each morning and night, as well as thoroughly flossing at least once each day. Dr. Jade Cherrington also notes that you should attend a regularly scheduled dental exam every six months. This important appointment can effectively clean and polish your... read more »
Even the best toothbrush may not reach every part of every tooth. For example, your back teeth, also known as your molars may not always get the attention that they need. And even if you do brush your molars with care, they aren’t the easiest teeth to clean. Your back teeth have the tough job of crushing and grinding your... read more »
The outermost layer of each of your teeth is made up of hard tooth enamel. Its inherent mineral density provides your teeth with the ability to bite and break down food while also protecting the sensitive core of the tooth. Each of your dental checkups at Rimrock Dental of Redmond is designed to detect any developing oral health concerns before... read more »
Do you drink dark beverages like coffee, tea or soda or use tobacco on a regular basis? You’ll find that this may turn your smile an unsightly shade of yellow. If your staining is moderate to severe, the whitening products sold in stores will likely lack the strength to fully brighten your tooth enamel. Other more potent whitening products can... read more »
When a patient is missing one or more adult teeth, Dr. Jade Cherrington may recommend a dental bridge in Redmond, Oregon, to restore the beauty and functionality of the teeth. A dental bridge is made up of one or more replacement teeth with a dental crown attached on either side. The dental crowns are bonded to the teeth on either... read more »
Cleaning your teeth is a basic essential for your oral health foundation. At Rimrock Dental of Redmond, we teach our patients in Redmond, Oregon, that excellent oral hygiene habits, combined with a balanced diet and regular six-month dental checkups will help create the confident smile they desire. Today’s blog centers on helping you avoid brushing mistakes while making the most... read more »
Brushing your teeth is pretty simple, right? Toothpaste squeeze to brush, brush in mouth, scrub, done. Right? In reality, brushing effectively is a little more complicated than that. It’s important to understand the right way to brush so you can protect your oral health from bacteria that result in cavities and tooth erosion. Dr. Jade Cherrington amassed a few tips... read more »
I recently became curious about the demographics of the people I see in my office. The dental software we use actually allows us to run these types of reports. Dentistry in Redmond I loved dental school and it was always my dream to have a family based dental practice. I was overwhelmed to see that after over 10 years of... read more »
What is a dental crown? If one of your teeth is damaged or decayed, Dr. Jade Cherrington may recommend a dental crown in Redmond, Oregon. A dental crown, which is shaped like a tooth, is placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. When cemented in place, the dental crown will cover and protect the entire... read more »
Dental fillings are designed to eliminate tooth decay. Dental fillings are one of the last lines of defense if your tooth enamel has been breached by the relentless attack of harmful bacteria on your teeth. With dental fillings, dental erosion that has resulted in a cavity can be treated. Dental fillings not only take out a cavity from a tooth... read more »