Many developing orthodontic problems can be intercepted and corrected if diagnosed and treated at an early age. Dr. Robert Peterson and our team at Peterson Orthodontics recommend children have their first orthodontic evaluation no later than age seven, or younger if the front four permanent teeth have replaced the baby teeth. Early treatment, also known…
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Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” Dr. Robert Peterson and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few: Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) – There are five main types of gum disease, and each one can range from mild to severe.…
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Halloween is fast approaching, and Dr. Robert Peterson wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears little resemblance to the original Halloween; back in the "old days" it wasn't even called Halloween! Festival of…
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By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not flossed in a long time. However, if your gums do indeed hurt when you floss, and unbearably so, there are some things you can do.…
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