Today’s economy

Dental bills in today’s economy
Don’t let today’s economy change the way you look at your dental care. Unfortunately dental work can be expensive. Here are some thoughts on focusing your money on prevention.
Routine care and exams should be the last thing to be cut from your budget. Many times we see patients cutting back on [...]

Missoula Health Fair 2012

Thanks to everyone who came and saw us at the Health Fair. We gave away all of our adult brushes and most of our toothpaste. Our booth was a big hit, I don’t think I sat down more than 2 minutes the entire time! Checkout some photos of the event on our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Smile-Missoula/275849135776386
~Dr. [...]

Dental Potpourri con’td…

This section was taken from an article of “Living Well” from the Missoulian publication
Written by Dr.George M. Olsen
Edited by Dr. Eric D. Berkner

Cosmetic Bonding:
Bonding is a generalized dental term meaning to adhere some type of artificial tooth material to the natural tooth. Cosmetic bonding uses esthetic white materials to replace silver fillings or enhance [...]

Dental Potpourri, con’td…

Crowns:
Crowns, or “caps,” are traditional and most commonly used restorations in dentistry today. Because the enamel has to be completely removed for a crown, a more conservative onlay or porcelain veneer restoration may be recommended by your dentist. However, when teeth are badly broken, extensively decayed, or simply in need of replacing existing crowns, crowns [...]

Dental Potpourri

Article written for “Living Well” by the Missoulian, written by Dr. George M. Olsen DDS
General Dentistry:
General Dentistry is the foundation for good oral health as well as your overall health. Did you know that poor oral health, tooth decay and gum disease can be a contributing factor in heart disease?
Along with excellent, personalized care and [...]