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Energy Drinks and Dental Health
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Mountain View Dental ask us this question, so here’s the scoop. Energy drinks have been on the rise, taking Read more
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more
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Press Release: New Ridgefield Location Grand Opening in July for Mountain View Dental
posted: Jun. 27, 2024.
Mountain View Dental is thrilled to announce this July the Grand Opening of our new office building in Ridgefield, Washington, marking a significant milestone in our journey of providing exceptional dental care to the community. Read more
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Teeth, Bones—What’s the Difference?
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich Read more
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What's the best dental floss?
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
Dental floss is similar to a lot of products that depend mainly on the consumer’s preference. Fact is, floss comes in a wide variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations, Read more
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How Missing Teeth Can Affect Your Health
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are Read more
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Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read more
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What are dental implants?
posted: May 28, 2024.
Do you have a space where a tooth used to be? Were you born with a missing tooth? Are you getting ready for dentures? You may be a good candidate Read more
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 21, 2024.
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more
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Hypersensitive Teeth
posted: May 14, 2024.
It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be Read more
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May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
posted: May 07, 2024.
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family Read more
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Just What Is Plaque?
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.
From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read more
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Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.
At Mountain View Dental, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part of Read more
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Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
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What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.
Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a Read more