Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant from Drs. Arti, Ashi, and Mathew of Fairwood Dental Center can be most effective in preventing cavities. A sealant is made up of composite (a…
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What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Renton, WA office, now is an excellent time to schedule one. Regular visits to Fairwood Dental Center can be the first line of defense against oral cancer, by identifying early warning signs of the disease,…
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Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth control pills, antidepressants, and cancer treatments is dry mouth. The technical term for dry mouth is xerostomia. Xerostomia can lead to undesirable effects in the…
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The Good News Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work? It’s a sophisticated process: Carbs break down into sugars as we digest them Sugars are absorbed into our bloodstream The pancreas releases insulin when…
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