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Win an iPAD2 Contest
By: Capitol Dental
You can be entered to win an iPAD2 on 11-11-11 from Capitol Dental by completing 3 easy steps! You will also win an electric toothbrush, and EVERYONE who enters gets $75 in Downtown Boise gift cards!
OraVerse Anesthetic Reversal
By: Ryan K. Doyle, DDS
Have you ever wished the numbness from visiting the dentist didn’t last so long? We are pleased to introduce OraVerse anesthetic reversal.
Dental Patient Rights and Responsibilities
By: Capitol Dental developed by the ADA
This guide from the ADA will help you understand your rights and responsibilites as a dental patient to ensure that we at Captiol Dental can provide you with the level of care you have come to expect from us.
Is tooth decay genetic? Do you get it from your parents?
By: Ryan Doyle of Capitol Dental
"My mom had soft teeth and so do I" Is tooth decay genetic? Do you get it from your parents? Dr. Ryan Doyle, a general and cosmetic dentist in Boise, Idaho, answers this common concern.
Modern Toothpaste: Thoughts of a Boise Dentist
By: Capitol Dental
One of our Boise Dentists explains the recent changes in toothpaste, what is in it, and why it is there.
Teeth Whitening: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise
By: Capitol Dental
In recent years, teeth whitening has become very popular. A whiter, brighter smile is one of the first things that most people notice about your appearance.
Periodontal Disease – A Serious Communicable Infection
By: Capitol Dental
Periodontal disease is a serious communicable infection which, if left untreated, has potential “life threatening” consequences.
Dry Mouth: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise
By: Capitol Dental
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is defined as a decrease in the amount of saliva. Saliva is considered the “miracle fluid” because it helps buffer the acids in the mouth which attempt to cause tooth decay
Oral Cancer: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise
By: Capitol Dental
Early detection and timely treatment is essential in reducing the devastating effects of oral cancer. This article will explain what to look for and what to do if you suspect you have oral cancer.
Bone Grafting: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise
By: Capitol Dental
When a tooth is extracted the remaining socket heals over the next 6-9 months. During this time the body naturally remodels the socket as it fills with bone. Studies have shown that 40-60% of the bone may be lost.
Sugar Substitute That Prevents Cavities: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise
By: Capitol Dental
Xylitol is an alternate form of sugar found naturally in birch tree bark, corncobs, raspberries and other sources. It has been used as a sugar substitute because it has 40% fewer calories than sugar.
Antibiotic Prophylaxis Recommendations 2007
By: Ryan K. Doyle, DDS
In 2007 the AHA and ADA came out with new recommendation regarding Antibiotic Prophylaxis before dental treatment.
How to Keep Your Teeth for a Lifetime
By: Academy of General Dentistry
It's a common myth that senior citizens are destined to lose their teeth, reports the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). There is no reason seniors cannot keep their teeth for a lifetime, since tooth loss is...
Sensitive Teeth? Check Your Toothbrush
By: Academy of General Dentistry
Some patients may experience tooth sensitivity when using tartar-control toothpaste, but the good news is that when they stop using the toothpaste, the sensitivity goes away.
The Truth About Tooth Loss
By: Academy of General Dentistry
The consequences of tooth loss can have devastating effects on overall health and self-esteem, yet fewer than 10 percent of patients seek information prior to the loss of a tooth.
New Patient Package
By: Capitol Dental
Our new patient package helps us to deliver our capitol Dental standard of care ensuring that every patient has the opportunity to achieve optimal oral health and exquisite esthetics...
FAQs: Geriatric Dentistry
By: Academy of General Dentistry
Due to advances in medicine and an increase in prolonged life expectancy, the number of older people will continue to increase worldwide. It is essential that all older adults practice and maintain
Beauty & The Beak
By: Capitol Dental
Beauty, an Alaskan bald eagle, was missing her beak due to a hunting accident. As a mechanical engineer, Nate thought he could help design a prosthetic beak to help rehabilitate this unfortunate bird. We knew Beaut

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News Items

Win an iPAD2 Contest

OraVerse Anesthetic Reversal

Dental Patient Rights and Responsibilities

Is tooth decay genetic? Do you get it from your parents?

Modern Toothpaste: Thoughts of a Boise Dentist

Teeth Whitening: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise

Periodontal Disease – A Serious Communicable Infection

Dry Mouth: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise

Oral Cancer: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise

Bone Grafting: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise

Sugar Substitute That Prevents Cavities: Cosmetic Dentistry Boise

Antibiotic Prophylaxis Recommendations 2007

How to Keep Your Teeth for a Lifetime

Sensitive Teeth? Check Your Toothbrush

The Truth About Tooth Loss

New Patient Package

FAQs: Geriatric Dentistry

Beauty & The Beak