Blog | Dentist in Seattle, WA

Is periodontal disease contagious?
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
New Year's Day Around the World
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more
Try Invisalign For A Straighter Smile
posted: Dec. 23, 2021.

Invisalign has become more and more common for Seattle, WA dental patients who are in search of the perfect smile. Dr. Cesar Cruz and Dr. Skyler Schubel at Wedgwood Smiles Read more
Dry Mouth and How to Treat It
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

In fancy medical terms, dry mouth is known as xerostomia. It’s really just what it sounds like: a condition in which you don’t have enough saliva to keep your mouth Read more
Do You Have A Cavity?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Wedgwood Smiles wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in both children Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Oral Appliances for Better Sleep
posted: Dec. 02, 2021.

Sleep apnea interferes with your sleep, leaving you feeling tired and lethargic the next day. Fortunately, your Seattle, WA, dentists at Wedgwood Smiles, Dr. Cesar Cruz, and Dr. Skyler Schubel, Read more
Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read more
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
How can parents help prevent tooth decay?
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw Read more
Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque Read more
How do I handle my child’s dental emergency?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort, Read more