Your third molars are more commonly called "wisdom teeth." Usually appearing in the late teens or early twenties, wisdom teeth often lack the proper space in the jaw to erupt fully, or even at all. This common condition is called impaction. When any tooth lacks the space to come through or simply de…Read More
Bluff Creek Dental has been serving families in the Minneapolis area with high-quality dental care for many years. During our years of dental practice, we have noticed a few commonly asked dental questions regarding babies and young children. So, we decided to compile a short list of the most popula…Read More
Bluff Creek Dental is committed to providing our patients in Minneapolis and the surrounding communities with the best diagnosis and treatment dentistry has to offer, especially when it comes to tooth pain. At one time or another, you’ve probably experienced some degree of tooth pain, from minor a…Read More
Sometimes braces alone aren't enough to move teeth into a better position, or correct a problematic bite or misaligned jaw growth. In those situations your trusted dental professional may recommend the use of special appliances, such as orthodontic headgear. Orthodontic headgear is worn partly outsi…Read More
The effects of stress on our body are well-known. Stress not only affects your body, it impacts your oral health as well. One specific way is by clenching or grinding our teeth, also known as bruxism or "bruxing." When we grind or clench, we damage our teeth and dental work by: Wearing down the toot…Read More
The dentists and staff of Bluff Creek Dental make it their number one priority to care for their Chanhassen, MN patients using the latest technology and oral health initiatives. That includes keeping your mouth free of disease and preserving your original teeth. However, there may be a time when you…Read More
Firmly anchored in your jaw and protected by an outer coating of tough enamel, your teeth are remarkably strong — yet it's still possible for them to chip, crack, or even break. For example, biting down on hard objects, receiving a blow to the mouth, or having large cavities (or old amalgam fillin…Read More
Toothpaste: it's something most people use every day, but rarely give much thought to—except, perhaps, when choosing from the brands that line the drugstore shelf. When facing that daunting shelf and presented with the dozens of products boasting different benefits (“whiter teeth,” “fresher …Read More
We all want a healthy, beautiful smile, but dental care goes beyond just helping teeth look good. At Bluff Creek Dental, we're proud to provide expert, high-quality dental treatments to patients of all ages throughout the Chanhassen, MN area. We believe everyone deserves a smile they feel proud of, …Read More
At Bluff Creek Dental, it’s our mission to offer efficient and effective family dentistry and dental services to all our patients in and around Chanhassen, MN. This compassionate dental care doesn’t just begin in childhood; it begins even before birth! Many people don’t realize that even thoug…Read More
