Every year nearly five million teeth are knocked out and in need of restoration. While many of these knocked out teeth are a result of sports accidents, there are still many teeth that get knocked out because of a hard fall or other unexpected accident. In some rare cases, High Desert Dental can implant the knocked out tooth back into... read more »

If you’re about to improve your oral health by lengthening your crown, our High Desert Dental team is happy to help you prepare for your appointment! The more you know about your treatment, the better because it will help you feel relaxed and comfortable in the hands of Dr. Trista Pottenger. So, to help you prepare for your visit, our... read more »

If you want to keep your smile in tip-top shape while you are traveling, it’s best to keep up on oral hygiene. However, that’s only possible if you have the right tools with you. So, to help you have the cleanest smile while you travel, our High Desert Dental team recommends that you pack these items before you go: Travel... read more »

Does your smile have little imperfections that have always bothered you? But have you been hesitant about treatments like veneers that alter tooth structure? Fortunately, there are a variety of options available in cosmetic dentistry to perfect any smile. You should consider dental bonding for a variety of cosmetic and restorative issues your smile might face. Dental bonding is a... read more »

Did you know that flossing is an extremely important task that many people avoid each day? Well, it’s true! Many people refrain from cleaning the hard-to-reach areas of their mouth simply because they don’t want to. If you are one of these people, our High Desert Dental team recommends that you change your ways. Flossing can do wonders for your... read more »

If you have tooth decay, our dentists may place a dental filling in Boise, Idaho, to restore the tooth. Drs. Fethke, Kooyman, and Larson will remove the decay and then fill the area with the filling material. At our dental office, we offer composite dental fillings, which are tooth colored. What are the Benefits of Composite Dental Fillings? Composite dental... read more »

You know that it’s important to brush and floss every day, but what do you know about brushing your tongue? In fact, should you consider brushing your tongue? What are the benefits? Do you just use your toothbrush? If you’re interested in answers questions like these, please read on. If you haven’t been brushing your tongue, we have good news... read more »

If you have lost a tooth to injury, decay, infection, or periodontal disease, then you may be looking into restoring this tooth with a dental implant. This restoration replaces the tooth root in the jaw bone to create increased stability for the crown in the mouth. Dental implants are a great restoration option, but not everyone can receive them. Patients... read more »

Did you know that diabetes shares several connections with your oral health? Keep reading if you would like to learn more. Diabetes Diabetes is a condition that occurs when one’s pancreas either cannot produce insulin or cannot regulate it naturally. Insulin is a hormone which carries the glucose (sugar) in your blood to your body’s cells so they can use... read more »

Many people grind their teeth from time to time, but they generally don’t notice it because it usually occurs at night. If you wake up with a dull headache or a sore jaw, the chances are that you grind your teeth, and it should be checked out as soon as possible. There are many causes, risks, and treatments to bruxism,... read more »