Excellent preventive dentistry is the most important thing you can do for your long-term oral health. This includes taking excellent care of your teeth and gums at home and visiting us at Uptown Dental Associates for regular cleanings and exams. You will save yourself the pain and discomfort of tooth decay and gum disease and be less likely to need

While the internet is a wonderful resource, it’s also a place where untruths can thrive and spread. One such fiction concerns the so-called “Harvard studies” allegedly proving that fluoride lowers IQ in children. In this video, Dr. Brittany Seymour of the Harvard School of Dental Health explains why the research this claim is based on does not support the popular

Everyone experiences “morning breath” or the occasional bout of stinky breath. But if you suffer from chronic bad breath or halitosis, the usual fixes like brushing your teeth, using mouthwash, or popping a breath mint work only momentarily, if at all. And halitosis can be debilitating. You may feel embarrassed to speak with people and even routine interactions become stressful. Your

A good dentist is a professional who not only helps you keep your smile healthy but who cares about you as a patient and a person. For National Dentist’s Day, make a commitment to good oral hygiene and regular dental care.  For compassionate dentistry in Albuquerque, NM, call Uptown Dental Associates at (505) 219-4548. Or fill out our online form.

If you’re like a lot of people, you get into a cleaning sort of mindset when spring rolls around. Maybe you want to scrub out the fridge, purge the garage, or get the yard into great shape. But have you thought about the importance of a “spring cleaning” for your mouth? There’s no better time to come in and make

March 4th kicks off Dental Assistant Week, and we’d like to give a shout-out of appreciation to these hardworking professionals who assist Dr. Rasmussen with procedures that are vital to ensuring our patients get the best possible care. “There’s a really friendly and welcoming vibe in our office, and we really make a big effort to get to know our

A dental crown is both functional and cosmetic and is a supremely versatile dental procedure. This common restoration is a tooth-shaped cap that fits over the entire visible portion of your tooth. It is precisely matched to your enamel color. Once placed, the crown is indistinguishable from a natural tooth. Your once-damaged pearly white will be strong and flawless once

Your teeth and gums are capable of lasting your entire life if you treat them right. But it’s all too easy to fall into bad dental habits that mar or destroy your smile. And you may not even be aware of the damage you are doing. Read on to learn about five behaviors that are best left in the past.

When bacteria proliferate on your teeth, they produce acids that wear down your tooth enamel, creating holes of decay, or cavities. Luckily, cavities are largely preventable with good oral hygiene and regular dental visits. Take this quiz to see how well you know your cavity-prevention basics. Then get in touch with Uptown Dental Associates to schedule your next cleaning and

Jeanette’s special needs son has autism and severe sensory problems, so dental visits in the past have been nightmarish. He is extremely sensitive to noise and what’s happening in his mouth. The calm, quiet atmosphere at Uptown Dental Associates puts Jeanette’s son at ease. The staff are understanding of his needs, and they give him frequent breaks. “He tells people