This was not something you expected to happen. Nevertheless, it’s all too obvious when you speak, eat, and smile that you are missing a tooth. Your lost tooth may not seem like a big deal at first, but it can quickly lead to other problems. ...

When you are a parent, you won’t trust just anyone to care for your children’s teeth. You want a family dentist office that will make treatment as comfortable as possible. That’s what we offer at Smith & Wetterhus Dentistry in Puyallup, ...

Wisdom teeth can cause serious problems. This is why we recommend that many patients take out these teeth before they can lead to a lifetime of oral health issues. The reason your third molars can be so difficult to deal with is simple. Most ...

Margaret had a problem with her smile when she visited our Puyallup, WA dentist office. Her teeth kept shifting around, and she wanted to maintain her straight smile. Invisalign let her achieve her goal. “It's like having an invisible brace on ...

A healthy smile is important to your overall health. Having strong teeth lets you eat a variety of foods. This way you can get the nutrition you need and deserve. Having a nice smile can boost your confidence, and (fair or not) it affects how ...

You wander over to the buffet table. You can’t wait to pile on the food — your cousin’s mac-and-cheese, some grilled steak or maybe chicken (or both). You will save some room for your sister’s cherry cobbler, however. Not long ago, the ...

It’s pretty common for teeth to become damaged. Tooth decay, injuries, accidents, and teeth grinding can all take a toll on your smile. You can do something about, however. You can get a dental crown to repair your damaged tooth. And if you get ...

You’re on vacation with your family. You know the meeting you have a full day of activity planned for tomorrow, and you just want a good night’s sleep. The trouble is this: you have obstructive sleep apnea. This often keeps you from getting ...

During your next dental checkup, you can get an oral cancer screening at our office in Puyallup, WA. This is part of our general dentistry in Puyallup, WA. Below, you will find an infographic with some important facts for you to know about oral ...

“You’ve got a smile that lights up a room.” People have been saying that to you a lot more often nowadays. Part of the reason is that you have become much more confident in your smile since you gave yourself a smile makeover. You no ...