The Origins of Fears Related to the Dentist
Fear of the dentist is something Dr. Justin Marostica, a dentist in Tigard, encounters on a daily basis and he wants people to know that it is very common. So, what are the major sources of fear in the dental environment? A recent survey of dental fears found that the highest fear ratings were given […]
2013 Trends: Power Foods for a Healthy Smile
Interested in Power Foods for a Healthy Smile? It is the New Year, and that usually means new goals, often including health goals. Here at TenderCare Dental we care about your health, and hope you are focusing on a healthy new year. The food you eat and the right food is important for a healthy […]
Surprising Ways to Care for Your Teeth
Here at Tender Care Dental, we get many patients coming into our office asking us about health goals and sharing their New Years resolutions with us. The majority of 2013 goals seem to focus on their health. We always ask, what about having a brighter smile? If you want more confidence, you can get it […]
Health Tips for 2013
Happy New Year. It is time to make new goals and set health resolutions. Here at TenderCare Dental we want your health to be a main focus for 2013. Whether you have a goal to lose weight or just feel more comfortable in your own body, these health trends can help. Juicing Juicing is not […]
Dental Needs of the Elderly
The dental needs of the elderly, like their medical needs, should be constantly evaluated as there are many correlations that exist between the two. The oral cavity, like other parts of the body, is subject to problems of chronic diseases associated with the aging process. In 1967 it was reported that the elderly have the […]
How to Instruct Preschool Aged Child to Clean Their Teeth
We often get questions from anxious parents about how to properly instruct their preschool aged child how to clean his or her teeth. We believe that young children can take some responsibility for their oral health. Tooth cleaning should be encouraged as another activity the child can begin to master. We counsel parents to slowly […]
Tigard Dentist Achieving Beautiful Smiles with Invisalign
Tigard Dentist Dr. Justin Marostica has had a tremendous amount of success achieving beautiful smiles using the teeth straightening system Invisalign. Invisalign takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using a custom made series of aligners created for you and only you. These aligners are made of smooth, comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you […]