Dental Blog

Our dental practice is dedicated to educating you with the latest tips and tricks to maintain your optimal oral health.

Ask Your Boise Dentist: Where Are All Of These Cavities Coming From?

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It’s time for your regular 6 month dental checkup with your Boise dentist Dr. Schmidt. The last time you were in to see the team at Green Tree Dental you needed a couple of cavities filled despite the fact that you brushed twice a day and even flossed most days.


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Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Root Canals

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There are a few pretty universal reactions to the words “root canal,” including cringing, profuse apologies, and someone offering up their own root canal horror stories. It’s no surprise, then, how scary it may seem to hear from your dentist that you may need one. But a little-known fact about root canals is that they’re a common and relatively simple procedure


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Boise wedding season is coming, is your smile ready?

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Wedding season is approaching quickly and the team at Green Tree Dental wants to make sure you’re prepared. Whether you’re the bride or groom-to-be, in the wedding party, or a guest this summer, let your Boise dentist Dr. Schmidt help you get your smile ready for the event.


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5 Questions to Ask Your Dentist

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The standard recommendation is to see your dentist once every six months, although depending on your individual situation, you may have to see your dentist more often than that. Be sure to ask your dentist if he or she believes that you would benefit from more frequent visits, be it for teeth whitening or gum care


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Advantages of Teeth Whitening

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Many patients tell us at Green Tree Dental they are not satisfied with their smile.  When questioned, they often express concerns over the color or staining of their teeth.  One easy and simple approach to addressing these concerns is teeth whitening offered by your Boise dentist at Green Tree Dental.


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When Do I Start Brushing My Child’s Teeth?

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Instilling good dental habits in your kids starts even earlier than many parents realize. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry responds to the “when to start” question with “The sooner the better!”


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What to Ask Your Dentist About Oral Surgery

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If you are planning to get any type of oral surgery, you may find that you have a lot of questions surrounding the procedure, and it’s important to put your mind at ease so that you go into it knowing exactly what to expect during and afterwards. Green Tree Dental offers a number of oral surgery procedures, including tooth extractions and wisdom teeth removal, and we are always here to answer your questions about the process. Here are a few of the questions you should make sure to ask before getting oral surgery:


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Finding Your Boise Dentist & Becoming A New Patient

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Moving to a new city, or even across town, can be an exciting and stressful time. One thing that often gets delayed is finding the right dentist in Boise. Conveniently located near Downtown Boise and main thoroughfares of Boise, Dr. Schmidt and the team at Green Tree Dental make choosing your new dentist in Boise easy.


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Talk to Your Boise Dentist About Porcelain Veneers

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Do you have discolored stained teeth, or uneven teeth with gaps between them? If so, veneers may help you achieve that smile you’ve been dreaming about. At Green Tree Dental Dr. Schmidt and his team can help you smile with confidence in as little as two office visits.


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Start the Year Off with a Dental Cleaning & Exam

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The start of a new year always brings with it the inspiration to take better care of ourselves. As you start jotting down your resolutions and plans for this coming year, be sure to pencil in all the necessary appointments to check up on your health, including a dental cleaning and exam. If you didn’t manage to squeeze in an appointment at the end of 2016 due to the busy holiday season, now is a great time to call and make an appointment to start 2017 on the right foot


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