Amundson Family Dentistry | Cottage Grove Minnesota

Custom Athletic Mouthguards

amundsondental — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 18:46:49 +0000

Amundson Family Dentistry is now offering custom athletic mouthguards for a discounted price of $20 ($100 in savings) to all Cottage Grove athletes! See our specials page.

Strawberry Festival

amundsondental — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 17:54:28 +0000

Amundson Family Dentistry is always looking for ways to get involved in the community. This past summer they were proud to be a part of the Strawberry Festival Parade in Cottage Grove, MN. Mr. Tooth and friends passed out toothbrushes to as many parade goers as possible! Check out the pictures below.

I know I’m supposed to floss every day…but why?

amundsondental — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 17:06:52 +0000

The bristles of a toothbrush do not reach between your teeth. The only way to clean between your teeth is with floss (or another instrument that reaches between the teeth). When the area between the teeth is not cleaned, a plaque will start to form. The plaque contains bacteria that will eat away at the teeth and get in the gums. This will eventually cause cavities between the teeth and/or inflammation of the gums. When the gums are inflamed, the bone around the teeth is also affected, and may begin to weaken. This process is one form of gum disease or periodontal disease.

Are electric toothbrushes better than regular toothbrushes?

amundsondental — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 17:06:17 +0000

It really depends on the way they are used. If a regular toothbrush is used appropriately, it can do just as good of a job as an electric toothbrush. At your next dental appointment, ask your dentist or hygienist which brushing technique is best for you.

Coupons Now Available

amundsondental — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 08:08:31 +0000

Be sure to visit the Specials page and check out the latest coupons, especially those of you thinking about scheduling your first visit!

What is the difference between digital x-rays and regular (film based) x-rays?

amundsondental — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 21:58:25 +0000

Digital x-rays do not require film to be used. A sensor is placed in the patient’s mouth instead of film, which has a wire that goes directly to the computer. This way, the x-ray image can be seen immediately, and does not require developing and processing (which takes more time and uses chemicals). With a digital x-ray, the dentist knows immediately if the picture taken was good enough or if it needs to be retaken. The picture can be enlarged to allow a patient to easily see it on a computer monitor. Digital x-rays are also beneficial because the patient has reduced exposure to radiation- as opposed to using film.