Your teeth are pretty amazing. They’re great at what they do and with proper care they can last a lifetime. But sometimes, misinformation, confusion, and even good intentions can lead you astray when it comes to caring for your teeth. In today’s post you’ll learn about a few of the things you should never [...]
When a new patient calls the Timberhill Dental office for the first time, they usually ask us a few questions: What is the process for becoming a new patient? When can I come in for my first appointment? Do you accept my insurance? In today’s post, we’re going to talk about dental insurance. [...]
There’s nothing better than seeing your child’s face light up with a big, bright smile. As a parent, you want to protect that smile and set your child up for a healthy, confident future. Part of doing that means teaching good dental habits from the start. Here at Timberhill Dental, we understand from [...]
Updated: January 2020 Our Corvallis dental team believes everyone can have a healthy, happy smile. However, even with regular brushing and flossing, this can’t always be achieved naturally. For example, some people are more prone to tooth decay than others, and stained teeth can be caused by genetics. Whether it’s for functional [...]
Keeping your teeth healthy is about more than just making sure your smile looks beautiful. Your oral health is integral to your overall health and well-being. Good dental health centers around taking a well-rounded approach to care, both with who you choose as a dentist and how you take care of yourself on [...]
Many of our patients at Timberhill Dental are interested in improving the cosmetic appearance of their smile. Their teeth may be stained, chipped, or have small but noticeable gaps. Unfortunately, some cosmetic dental treatments have drawbacks: tooth whitening treatments require multiple applications for best results and orthodontic treatments may be too uncomfortable for some [...]
Finding a great dentist in Oregon may not seem difficult. After all, a dentist is a dentist, right? Wrong! The truth is, not all dentists are created equal. If you want to maintain a healthy smile for years to come, there are important skills and knowledge your dentist should have. Equally important is a [...]
Special care and attention needs to be given to the health of your child’s teeth and gums. Promoting proper dental health during those vital development years will make all the difference down the road. You’ll set your child up to develop healthy dental habits and lower the risk of major dental issues later in [...]
Do you have unexplained jaw or facial pain? Constant headaches? Trouble chewing? You may be suffering from an often overlooked condition called temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ disorder. Characterized by pain and limited movement in the jaw and surrounding muscles, the temporomandibular joint disorder can be a painful and debilitating condition. Fortunately, TMJ disorder [...]
Do you visit the dentist every 6 months for a cleaning? If so, great job! Part of keeping your teeth looking bright and feeling healthy is scheduling regular dental check-ups. But it’s not the only part. It’s important to make a concentrated effort to maintain your dental health throughout the year. This means developing [...]