The American Dental Association (ADA) is the USA's prominent not-for-profit association of dental practitioners, with at least 160,000 members in its ranks; that’s at least one member for every 200 citizens of the US! Since its beginnings in 1859, the ADA has led the charge for strengthening the public’s dental health through providing information on oral health and increasing the... read more »

Dental bridges can help you, your smile, and your oral health in a myriad of ways. Although this is the case, they still might be a tad confusing and even overwhelming. So, if your dentist, Dr. Jeff Davidson or Dr. Lynn Seamons, suggested restoring your smile with a porcelain dental bridge, our dental team will be happy to help you... read more »

If you are currently a habitual smoker, Dr. Jeff Davidson and our dental team would like to review the effects of this lifestyle choice on your oral health as well as your overall health. Let's take a look! #1 Discoloration of your teeth: Unfortunately, tobacco can remove the whiteness from your tooth enamel. With smoking (not to mention chewing tobacco), it can... read more »

Sports injuries and automobile accidents are common causes of oral trauma. Sometimes a blow to the mouth can be so severe that it results in the loss of multiple teeth. In a situation like this Dr. Jeff Davidson offers several methods for restoring the overall function and appearance of your teeth. In a single appointment they can quickly assess the... read more »

Dr. Jeff Davidson can often repair a small cavity on a tooth with a simple dental filling. This will restore the structure and function of the tooth for many years to come. If you develop a second cavity on the tooth, there might not be enough healthy tooth remaining to apply a second filling. To effectively treat a tooth in... read more »

Little did you know, there are additional ways you can care for your smile other than keep up on oral hygiene and visit your dentist regularly. One of the ways is by eating foods that are healthy for your teeth! To help you know a little more, Dr. Jeff Davidson and our dental team are happy to share some more... read more »

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that can affect individuals while they sleep. It is the process of irregular breathing patterns that disrupt your normal sleep routines. Oftentimes, it is the result of central sleep apnea, which is caused by brain signal failure, or obstructive sleep apnea, which is caused by blockages in your airways. Listed below are some keys... read more »

Do you have any gaps or voids in your smile that you wish to fill with dental implants? Dental implants are a highly advanced form of tooth replacement therapy that uses artificial teeth to permanently replace missing ones by bonding them directly to the bone in your jaw. Dental implants are crafted to improve your oral health care and fill... read more »

Healthy gums are the foundation to a healthy smile. Without healthy gums to support your teeth, your teeth can become loose, fall out, and cause bone loss. At Mountain Peak Dental, our dentists, Dr. Jeff Davidson and Dr. Lynn Seamons offer gum disease treatments for our patients in Hamilton, Montana, fighting gum disease. Gum disease, which is an infection of the gum... read more »

Whether you believe it or not, your tongue can get quite dirty throughout the day. This means you should clean it on a regular basis. To make this task a little easier, many people use tongue scrapers. Tongue scrapers can help you in more ways than you might realize. To help you know a little more about this beneficial oral... read more »