Are you aware of the risks to your oral health outside of your teeth? Not only are your teeth often at risk for numerous dental damage factors, but your gums can also be at risk for numerous diseases. If your gums are infected, it could be the result of what is known as periodontal disease, also called gum disease. To... read more »

If you are currently a habitual smoker, Dr. Jeff Davidson and our dental team would like to review the effects of this lifestyle choice on your oral health as well as your overall health. Let's take a look! #1 Discoloration of your teeth: Unfortunately, tobacco can remove the whiteness from your tooth enamel. With smoking (not to mention chewing tobacco), it can... read more »

Healthy gums are the foundation to a healthy smile. Without healthy gums to support your teeth, your teeth can become loose, fall out, and cause bone loss. At Mountain Peak Dental, our dentists, Dr. Jeff Davidson and Dr. Lynn Seamons offer gum disease treatments for our patients in Hamilton, Montana, fighting gum disease. Gum disease, which is an infection of the gum... read more »

We are knee deep in October which has officially kicked off the seasonal festivities beginning with Halloween. But did you know that October is also National Dental Hygiene Month? Along with National Dental Hygiene month comes their message of Do The Daily 4. This message is designed to help and your loved ones prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Dr. Jeff... read more »

When Mountain Peak Dental installed your permanent crown it was intended to fully restore the function and appearance of that tooth for a long time to come. In some rare instances it is possible for something like a hard fall or blow to the face can damage a crown. This may be more likely if the crown in question is... read more »