All About Family Dental Needs

Dr. Shiraz Asif, DDS is a dentist at Anderson Lake Dental in Eden Praire, MN. Dr. Asif moved to the United States with his wife in 2000 and completed a dental residency in Operative Dentistry at Indiana University - Purdue University at Indianapolis in 2004. He went on to complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Minnesota in 2005. In this series of articles, Dr. Asif describes the best ways to get kids excited about the dentist, along with other adult-related topics.

How to Get Kids Excited About Visiting the Dentist

Children feed off the energy coming from adults, which is why parents who are excited and upbeat about the dentist are more likely to have kids who feel the same way. Maintaining positive energy is important for anyone bringing a child to have his first exam.

Could Morning Caffeine Headaches Be a Sign of TMJ?

Many people think that the headaches they experience during the early morning hours are a result of not getting enough caffeine. In reality, those headaches are often a symptom of nighttime grinding and clenching from TMJ.

Preconception Dental Check-Ups

Anyone thinking about having a baby in the near future should make sure to visit the dentist beforehand. It's important to get the necessary x-rays and other exams done with before conceiving.

What Are Pregnancy Tumors?

Pregnancy tumors are closely associated with gum disease and pregnancy gingivitis. In some cases, pregnant patients may notice small red bumps along their gum lines during the second or third trimesters of pregnancy.

Could Facial Pain Be a Sign of a Dental Problem?

Facial pain could absolutely be a sign of a dental problem, especially if that pain occurs around the jawline or the mouth. Dental problems present themselves in all types of ways, and dull or shooting pains could definitely be a symptom of an underlying problem.