Tracking Wisdom Tooth Development

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Tracking Wisdom Tooth DevelopmentWhen you (or your child) reaches the latter part of adolescence, there is something that you need to pay attention to. We’re talking, of course, about the development of wisdom teeth, which can become a serious problem if ignored. These are the last teeth that humans grow, and when they come in, they can push existing teeth out of alignment. The simple truth is that for many of us, our mouths are just too slim to fit them safely. So, it’s important to keep an eye on them.

At our neighborhood office at Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, our team understands the value of tracking wisdom teeth development. These molars are evolutionary holdovers from a time when we needed more chewing power, and sometimes, they can cause more problems than they are worth. The first step in safely navigating wisdom teeth development is sticking to your schedule of checkups, as digital x-rays provide an excellent way to track them. Don’t put off your dental visits while you’re in your teens and early twenties.

Those final teeth can cause real oral health issues. See where you stand with a visit to Grinnell Street Dental.

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When You Lose A Filling, It’s Time To Talk

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lose a filling sheridan wySometimes, a broken tooth isn’t as huge deal at the time. But if you’ve managed to lose one of your fillings while flossing, then you’re ready to talk to your dentist about making an appointment. Because when you wait to restore a cracked, chipped, or broken tooth, the area becomes a serious smile liability, as bacteria can make their way inside the tooth, where there’s a lot of soft tissue where they can make their home.

When you need to talk about your next oral health steps, meet with Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY to develop a plan. We work with people to find real smile solutions, and we use contemporary dental technology to do it. At our office, we proudly offer CEREC milling in office, which speeds up restoration time and helps our patients to experience a safer smile in record time. So, if you’ve broken, cracked, or even chipped one of your natural teeth, spend a little time at the dentist.

Your smile is less safe when you lose the protection of your enamel. Schedule a time to talk about your restoration options.

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Ready To Ask About Invisalign®?

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If you’re tired to seeing crooked teeth whenever you smile, it’s time to talk to your oral health team about your goals. Misalignment can lead to bacterial buildup that’s tough to remove on your own with regular brushing and flossing, which can lead to cavities, periodontal problems, and more. Other people can also tell when your smile is not at the level it needs to be, so reach out to your dentist to explore your orthodontic options, including effective Invisalign® clear aligners, which work in a more private way.

Here at Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, we help people to find their way to a smile that brings them joy. So, if you’ve been thinking about making a change to yours, start with your next checkup; if you still have not been in for one in 2025, then you are due for a cleaning and examination. And while you’re in the office, take the time to talk to our team about your next steps to see if they include clear aligners.

Reach for a straighter smile with a private process. Explore Invisalign® with Grinnell Street Dental.

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Uplift Your Oral Health This Fall

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Uplift Your Oral HealthAre you due for a refresh? It’s always a great time to focus on your smile needs, but this time of the year offers some special opportunities. Since we’re now past the midway point of the year, it provides a helpful reminder that you’re supposed to be in the dental chair at least twice each year for a dedicated cleaning and an examination. Your biannual checkups are a real part of your smile maintenance, and they’re not to be avoided. If you do, bacterial buildup of plaque and tartar can continue to cause damage.

When you visit Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, you’ve got someone who truly cares. Our office understands the importance of sticking to your preventive schedule, and we’re here to help you consistently maintain your smile with effective treatment both in the office and at home. While we know that you’re sticking to your brushing and flossing, you still want to see your dentist routinely for quality care and qualified diagnostics.

Autumn is an opportunity to focus on your oral health needs. Schedule your next visit at Grinnell Street Dental.

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When Was Your Last Checkup?

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last checkupIf you are having a hard time trying to figure that out, then you’re probably ready to call your dentist. The goal for most people is to come in for a cleaning and an examination once every six months, giving you a chance to check in with a provider twice each year. Now, we know that time can slip away from us all, but your checkups are a pivotal part of your smile maintenance; stick to your preventive schedule.

When you’re ready to renew your oral health emphasis, reach out to Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY. We understand the value of having a complete, quality smile, and we know that keeping up with your biannual checkups is a big part of that. These visits include both a thorough cleaning of the surface of your teeth and along your gumline, and they also offer an opportunity to open up a one-on-one with a trusted, neighborhood dentist. So, if it’s been a while since your last checkup, we’re here for you.

Get back in the saddle. Schedule your next biannual checkup at Grinnell Street Dental.

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Experience A CEREC Renewal

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CERECIf you’ve cracked or broken one of your natural teeth, then you’re ready to come in for an examination. Even if it seems like only a small chip, it’s important to meet with your provider to find out for sure. Losing your enamel can put you at risk of a harmful bacterial infection, and if that happens, it can cause a seriously painful toothache that may require a root canal treatment o an extraction to correct. Working quickly to find your restoration can help you to avoid further deterioration in a broken tooth.

When you come see Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, you’ve got an oral health team that truly cares about your smile. We know that a broken tooth can be a real problem for an otherwise healthy smile, and we’ve got solutions to help you move forward from your dental damage. Our office proudly employs CEREC milling technology to offer quality restorations in a fraction of the time, so see whether they’re your next step.

Find your way back to a stronger, safer smile. Schedule a time to talk about your tooth with Grinnell Street Dental.

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Spend Some Time On Your Smile

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Spend Some Time On Your Smile sheridan wyWhen you wake up in the morning, do you find yourself with a sore jaw? If so, that could be a sign of a common sleep disorder called bruxism, and if so, it can really hold your oral health back. Teeth grinding is an incredibly common habit, and when it happens during waking hours, people can reroute that energy to chewing healthy snacks. But when you grind your teeth during sleep, it can lead to some serious issues, including enamel erosion and temporomandibular joint disorder, commonly called TMJ.

If you’ve been struggling with your jaw, take a minute to meet with Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY to talk about your next moves. TMJ and bruxism are both common oral health conditions, yet sometimes, people hold them in when they are talking with their dental provider due to fear of hesitation. Your smile depends on balance to stay safe, so make sure you’re doing all you can for it. Speak to a trusted, neighborhood dentist about ways to improve your oral health.

Make the oral health effort. Tell Grinnell Street Dental about what you’re experiencing.

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Make A Great First Impression

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first impression sheridan wyIf you’re struggling with your smile, then you’re ready to reach out to your dentist to talk about your options. There are more possibilities than ever before in cosmetic dentistry, but these can be tough to understand on your own. Even with all of the over-the-counter whitening products out there, working with your dentist can offer real advantages, so take the time to meet with a trusted oral health provider. They can help you to know what’s what.

When you see Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, you can work toward a smile that brings you pride. Our office understands that not everyone is born with a perfect Hollywood smile, and so it can take some work to get there. We also know that tooth decay and periodontal disease can affect your smile’s appearance, and we have solutions for that, as well. So, if you’re ready to refresh your smile with effective, attractive cosmetic dentistry, set up a time to talk.

Make a great impression with quality cosmetic improvement. Schedule an appointment to find your dental direction.

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Take Care Of Your Whole Smile

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Your Whole SmileWhen you smile, others notice your teeth. But without the tissue around them, they could have a tough time staying strong and upright. Your gums, in particular, provide real support for your smile, and when bacterial buildup starts to occur, they could start to pull back from their natural location on your teeth. Periodontal disease is consistently identified as the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country, so it’s important to keep track of your gumline.

If you are ready to refresh your oral health, start with a visit to Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY. We understand the value of keeping up with your smile, and we offer advanced ways to do it, including effective laser treatment for soft tissue. This can help make precise moves, including treating cold sores quickly and easily. While your teeth are certainly the stars of the show, we’re here to care for your whole smile.

Keep up with your oral health with consistent maintenance. And when it’s time to make a change, see about treatment from Grinnell Street Dental.

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Work Toward A Fuller Set Of Teeth

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A Fuller Set Of Teeth sheridan wyIs it time to talk about your teeth? Sometimes, professional teeth whitening is not enough to achieve the results that patients are looking for. But it’s important to remember that you have options to help you reach a fuller set of teeth and a smile that can bring you joy, and it starts with making an appointment with your dentist. If you’ve not been in for a cleaning and examination yet in 2025, you’re due for a visit anyway, so use it to your advantage.

When you’re ready to find a smile that brings you joy, talk to Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY. We are here to help people reach new oral health heights, and we know that sometimes, that means talking about your cosmetic options. Your smile plays a real role in your daily life, so if it could use a little help, reach out to our team to schedule a consultation.

Reshape your smile with porcelain veneers. Call Grinnell Street Dental today to start your cosmetic journey.

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