Beaverton Tendercare Dental

Tooth Extraction: Expectations & Aftercare

For some adults, it’s sometimes necessary to perform a tooth extraction to keep the mouth, gums, and remaining teeth healthy. The procedure sounds scary, but it’s something our dentists in Portland, Oregon have done thousands of times.   Why Pull a Tooth? Tooth extractions are common in adults and done for a variety of reasons.… Continue reading Tooth Extraction: Expectations & Aftercare

Ways To Go Green in Beaverton for 2020

As green dentists, we believe in preserving this beautiful planet and protecting it for future generations. That’s why we are committed to innovative, green healthcare practices. Beaverton TenderCare Dental was the first dental practice in Oregon to be awarded a Gold Certificate by The Eco-Dentistry Association (EDA). Our community of Beaverton, Oregon also shares our… Continue reading Ways To Go Green in Beaverton for 2020

Your Guide to Professional Teeth Whitening

It seems everyone is in pursuit of brighter pearly whites these days. When the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry asked people what they’d most like to improve about their smile, the most common response was whiter teeth. The American Association of Orthodontists also found that nearly 90% of patients requested tooth whitening. Unfortunately even meticulous… Continue reading Your Guide to Professional Teeth Whitening

Understanding and Protecting Yourself from Oral Cancer

At Beaverton TenderCare Dental, we check for oral cancer at every dental check-up appointment. Oral cancer is of the mouth or throat. Unfortunately oral cancer will cause over 9,750 deaths this year: killing roughly 1 person per hour, 24 hours per day. This type of cancer is easily treatable if it’s caught early. But it’s… Continue reading Understanding and Protecting Yourself from Oral Cancer

12 Dental tips to teach your kids about teeth

12 Dental Tips To Teach Kids About Teeth   Instilling good oral health habits can help your child maintain a beautiful smile for a lifetime. But this isn’t always easy. It’s hard enough to get kids to bed even without a tooth brushing struggle. Luckily, we’ve got some tips and tricks to get kids excited… Continue reading 12 Dental tips to teach your kids about teeth

The Benefits of Tooth Colored Fillings

At Beaverton TenderCare Dental, we pride ourselves on providing innovative and green dental care. This is why we repair cavities with tooth colored fillings called composite resin instead of silver fillings. We use this material to repair holes on the surface of your teeth that have been caused by tooth decay.   Composite fillings are… Continue reading The Benefits of Tooth Colored Fillings