A dentist will often use a simple dental filling to treat a minor case of tooth decay. This treatment plan might also be used to treat an insignificant chip or small area of dental attrition. Once the durable material has been applied to the defective area of tooth enamel it will restore the tooth's essential structure for many years. Consistent... read more »

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 »

  Chewing gum is a highly effective oral health care supplement that can be used in lieu of brushing when your teeth are at risk of dental damage. Due to the fact that harmful acids can be causing erosion as soon as they come into contact with your teeth, it is important to employ a non-abrasive procedure such as chewing... 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 »

Whether you believe it or not, your tongue can get quite dirty throughout the day. This means you should clean it on a regular basis. To make this task a little easier, many people use tongue scrapers. Tongue scrapers can help you in more ways than you might realize. To help you know a little more about this beneficial oral... read more »

Have you ever heard that chewing your gum is bad for your teeth? There may be some truth in this. However, chewing gum can also lead to a number of dental benefits. You see, chewing gum can be detrimental or beneficial—depending on the type of gum you chew. As you may have already guessed, if you choose to chew sugary... read more »

If you have put off getting a total tooth makeover, make the change today. This holiday season put a visit with the dentists at Mountain Peak Dental at the top of your wish list. No matter how good or poor the condition of your teeth is, they can always use all the help they can get. The job of your... read more »

The wintry wear and tear will be banging down our doors soon. Much like the weather, the overwhelming buffet of feasts and sweets we will encounter over the holidays will do the same. Don’t let your eating habits wear down your oral health care this year. The time is now to fight back. One of the best options to fighting... 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 »