Bellingham Dental Group

As we close in on the final weeks of summer it’s time to start planning for back to school. This time of year it can be easy to get swept up in the long list of things that we need to get done before jumping back into our academic worlds. Like that last minute tooth cleaning you were going to get before the first day of classes so that your smile can be at it’s bright and shiniest. Well have no fear, Bellingham Dental Group is here to help. There is still time to get in for a quick and easy cleaning by our friendly smile enhancing professionals. Just give us a call at 360-734-6190…

Chewing gum has been popular since the time of the ancient Greeks, who chewed a tree sap called mastiche. In fact many civilizations have had their own version of chewing gum. The Ancient Mayans chewed a different sap called chicle. And when European settlers that came to New England, the Native Americans they first encountered introduced them to chewing spruce sap. Chewing gum has come a long way since the days of chewing on tree sap. These days gum is made from a synthetic base with sweetener, softener, flavoring and coloring is a. Some brands claim to be good for your teeth, giving you fresh breath and a whiter smile. Its been estimated that the average American…

Did you know that flossing your teeth everyday is even more important than brushing your teeth when it comes to preventing tooth loss, cavities, and periodontal gum disease? And takes less time! That’s right, good flossing habits are essential to your happy smile. Yet only 49 percent of Americans floss daily, and 10 percent don’t even floss at all! Here at Bellingham Dental Group smiles are our top priority. So we’d like to share a few facts and tips to help keep your flossing habits healthy and your teeth bright and happy. Flossing removes plaque between our teeth that our toothbrushes miss. This is something we all know, but did you know…

The brightest meteor shower of the year will reach it’s peak in the next couple of days. Some of you may have already seen some of the magic happening in our sky during the last couple of weeks. The Perseid Meteor Shower occurs every year around this time as the Earth, following its normal orbit around the Sun, intersects the orbit of dust particles left behind by comet Swift-Tuttle. Most years it can be hard to see much of the action due to light pollution, mostly caused by the brightest object in the night sky, the Moon. This year visibility will be better than most as the moon will not be coming around until sunrise, leaving us…

Everyone knows brushing and flossing your teeth is important to keep them clean and free of plaque. But did you know that what you eat between brushing can be just as important to the health of your teeth? When we eat foods that contain carbohydrates (sugars and starches) such as breads, cereals, milk, soda, fruits, cakes, or candy, bacteria that live in the mouth digest these foods, turning them into acids. The bacteria, acid, food debris, and saliva then combine to form plaque, which clings to the teeth. The acids in the plaque dissolve the enamel surface of the teeth, creating holes in the teeth called cavities. The good news is that there…

It’s a common misconception that having a root canal procedure done can be extremely painful. However, the pain being experienced is usually caused by an infection in the tooth, not by the root canal treatment. A root canal is preformed to eliminate that pain. The root canal procedure itself is typically painless. Many teeth that need root canal therapy will not cause pain. But that does not necessarily mean the tooth is okay. If the tooth’s pulp is damaged or infected then you will probably need to have a root canal, even if the tooth doesn’t hurt. If you see something near a damaged tooth that looks like a pimple, see your dentist. The…

Bellingham Dental Group would like to congratulate all of the participants of last weekend’s Ragnar Relay Northwest Passage. Every year hundreds of teams turn out to take part in this incredible 200 mile long relay race while also raising money for the ALS Association Evergreen Chapter. This year Bellingham Dental Group was proud to sponsor teams Dirty Dozen and 6 B.A.R. Also a very special shout out to Wander Brewing for taking first place in this years event. What is Ragnar? Where the forest meets the sea, Ragnar Relay Northwest Passage will excite your senses and leave you breathless. Beginning near the Canadian border in Blaine, WA., participants of all skill levels run relay-style from point-to-point while experiencing the iconic sights of the…

Hey Bellingham, did you know there are fun and free events happening right in your own backyard this summer? Starting at 5:30pm every Wednesday, the 1300 block of Bay Street transforms into an outdoor venue to host Downtown Sounds. Each night includes performances by popular bands, with local food vendors and a beverage garden provided by Boundary Bay Brewery. Powered by Puget Sound Energy and supported by Levitt Pavilions, Downtown Sounds continues to grow in its 11th year, firmly cementing its place as Whatcom County’s biggest urban outdoor music festival. For the movie lovers in town, be sure to check out Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema Presented by Ben Kinney & Keller Williams Realty.  Weekly events feature outdoor entertainment…

Summer is in full swing and the 4th of July is right around the corner.  Bellingham Dental Group would like to be the first to wish you a fun and safe Independence Day weekend. Weather you’ll be getting out of town for some camping and hiking in our beautiful national forests or having friends and family over for a fantastic backyard BBQ, we hope your 4th of July weekend will be one to remember as we all celebrate our country’s independence together. Don’t forget there are always many local festivities to take part in like the Haggen Family 4th of July Celebration in Zuanich Point Park. The full day’s events kick off at 10am…