We are happy to introduce our newest doctor to Blue Ridge Dental, Dr. Kylie Knapp. Kylie is originally from Minnetonka and is so excited to be back in the community she grew up in. Kylie has been practicing dentistry in Boston, Massachusetts where she also attended dental school at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine….
Dentistry has often been regarded as “where science meets art”. In this ever-changing world of technology, dentistry has benefited dramatically. Most specifically in the area of implant dentistry. In the past, when a patient lost a tooth due to infection or disease, bridges and dentures were typically recommended. Nowadays, we have learned that the survival…
Advances in dental education and technology have helped people keep their own teeth longer than ever before. While this is true, did you know that the average adult between the ages of 20 and 65 has at least 3 decayed or missing teeth? If you are missing a tooth there are a number of reasons…
Celebrating Administrative Professionals Day! We are so fortunate to have an amazing group of administrative staff at Blue Ridge Dental Centers in Minnetonka and Maple Grove! Their friendly voices at the other end of the phone and their attention to detail and hard work helps to make our dentist office schedules run smoothly. Thank you…
The oral cavity includes your lips, cheek lining, gums, front part of your tongue, floor of the mouth beneath the tongue and the hard palate that makes up the roof of your mouth. The throat (pharynx) starts at the soft part of the roof of your mouth and continues back into your throat. It includes…
Congratulations to Dr. Kemmitt on his recent retirement from dentistry! During his 32 years at Blue Ridge Dental, he treasured his long-term relationships with patients, and enjoyed catching up with their life events. He will now enjoy spending more time with his family, traveling, golfing, hunting and fishing, as well as cheering on his alma…
One of the most common questions parents ask in the dental office is: “Why do my kids always seem to have cavities?” With the mounds of candy probably sitting in your cupboard after a successful Halloween night for your child, it is critical to remember the importance of your child’s oral health. According to research…
Twenty four of the world’s greatest golfers tee it up at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minnesota. Do you recognize who is holding the sign? Yep, that’s me. Even better than being a kid in a candy store. I got into golf just after graduating from dental school and have enjoyed the game ever…
Our dental office recommends sealants for children on their 6 and 12 year molars. Our teeth are covered with a sticky film of bacteria, called plaque. When we eat or drink anything that contains sugar-such as candy, soda, juice, or sports drinks-bacteria turn the sugar into acids that can attack tooth enamel. Over time, these…
There are several ways to brighten or whiten teeth. They all work and are safe when used properly. Among the most popular techniques are strips, custom trays, and direct application of bleach gel to the teeth by a dental professional at the office (ZOOM). Whitening strips are clear strips that come preloaded with gel and…