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Little Known Benefits of Teeth Whitening Sep 14th, 2018

Are your teeth not as white as you wish they were? Are they looking stained, yellow, or brown? If you’re wondering why your teeth are not looking like the Hollywood pearly whites the celebrities flash on the silver screen, there are a number of reasons why this could be, including:Stains...

When Should You See a Dentist for a Toothache? Aug 17th, 2018

Here at The Van Orman Dental Group in Lake Oswego, Oregon, we understand the inclination to hold off on making a dental appointment in the hope your toothache will go away and your tooth will stay healthy. However, you should never ignore tooth pain.The more pressing question is: How quickly...

Don’t Ignore Sleep Apnea; We Can Help Jul 26th, 2018

You may be surprised to learn that Dr. Van Orman asks questions about your sleep habits, but that’s because he has advanced training in treating sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a common condition, and experts estimate that about 18 million people in the United States have it. There are many...

How to Manage Common Dental Emergencies En Route to Our Office Jun 11th, 2018

As hard as you might try to plan for every event and possible outcome, emergencies happen, even dental emergencies. Because we know your teeth are vulnerable to trauma, we provide emergency dental care in our office. But in order for us to be able to take good care of your...

6 Bad Habits That Could Be Ruining Your Teeth May 25th, 2018

Brushing too hardYou conscientiously brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes just like you’ve been told to do. But your gums are starting to bleed, and some teeth are sensitive to hot and cold. Sometimes you can be too conscientious! You’re likely brushing too hard and using a...