Dentist Blog

What could be more comforting than gathering around the Thanksgiving table with family and friends?

We've all had those nights when we're too tired to pick up the toothbrush, or those rushed mornings when we're running late for work.

Do you use smokeless tobacco because cowboys in Western movies look cool when they use it?

Everyone who wears braces knows that extra time and effort must be put into cleaning their teeth so they stay free of food, tartar and plaque.

The pain from biting your tongue is strong!

One of the most frequent questions patients ask our friendly family dentist at Valstad Dental is why some people seem to get more cavities than others.

How much do you think about your toothbrush? Sure, you do a good job of using it to brush your teeth, but have you ever wondered about the cleanliness of the trusty tool you use at least twice a day?

At the office of Valstad Dental, we maintain a position at the forefront of the latest advances in care to offer patients treatment that is more precise, convenient, and comfortable than ever before.

The normal adult mouth has 32 teeth that are as unique as your fingerprints.

Saliva, commonly referred to as spit, is something many of us probably haven’t given much thought to. But this bodily fluid is vitally important to our oral and overall health.

You probably don’t give much thought to your saliva, but it performs many important jobs. Inadequate saliva flow is a condition called dry mouth.