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In 2022, you can get to work and maybe even create the smile of your dreams. If you want straight teeth, then you have three great options: Invisalign – This clear aligner system proves that you can get your teeth in line without brackets and wires.ClearCorrect – This is another clear aligner system. We can answer your question to help you ...

When Chuck first visited Family Dental of Spokane Valley, he had a problematic tooth. After our smile-saving treatment, he was able to keep the tooth. Watch our video, where he credits the “meticulous” work of Dr. Craig Ellsworth.  Chuck says his whole family, even his young son, enjoys visiting the dentist. He “opens wide and ...

At this point in the holiday season, you may be frantically running around trying to make last-minute gift purchases on your shopping list. Plus, there are always holiday parties and get-togethers that you have to prepare for. However, in all the craziness we'd like to remind you to add one more person to your list of people to buy for – ...

You may have the idea that root canal treatment is one of the worst things you can have done. Actually, a root canal is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling placed. At Family Dental of Spokane Valley, Dr. Ellsworth uses the latest technology for your treatment, plus oral conscious sedation is available if you're nervous about your ...

This holiday season, make sure you maintain a healthy smile. It's not hard to do – just follow a few basic tips and you'll enjoy a beautiful smile not only this time of year, but all year long! Check out the infographic below to find out how. Be sure to keep up with your regular dental cleanings and exams, too. They're important for catching ...

Getting a straight smile can be truly life changing! Yet you may hesitate to undergo orthodontic treatment because you feel self-conscious about the prospect of wearing bulky metal braces. Yet there’s a good chance you can beautify your smile with orthodontic aligners instead.  Aligners offer many advantages over braces, including ...

No matter how much you love the holidays, it can be tough to feel excited about Thanksgiving and December events if damaged or missing teeth make it hard for you to chew food. Let us fix your smile so you can fully enjoy all of the treats on holiday tables!  Repairing your teeth doesn’t just improve your diet, it also improves your ...

With the leaves changing color, you may be moved to take some pictures. You might want to post a selfie or two to social media showing off your smile with the colorful trees as your backdrop. That is as long your teeth don’t match the color of the leaves. If your smile isn’t as bright as you would like, you have a simple solution. ...

David described himself as cavity-prone when he was younger. In the past 30-plus years, he also has come to trust our team to keep his smile in the best shape possible. He has seen that we keep up on advances in services so patients like him can get the best care that modern dentistry can provide. “I'm comfortable with that, knowing if ...

As the end of 2021 is nearing, you need to plan now for a dental checkup at Family Dental of Spokane Valley before the calendar changes. This is especially important if you have dental insurance. Don’t Lose Your Benefits Most dental insurance plans are good for a calendar year. To take full advantage of your policy, you need to schedule ...