A Day in the Life of a Dental Hygienist

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, so here at East Portland Dentistry we are celebrating the compassionate dental staff of hygienists who partner with dentist in Portland, OR Dr. Joy Arend. To celebrate all of their hard work, we wanted to share a day in the life of a dental hygienist. Dental Hygiene Education In order…

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The Effect of Hormones on Your Oral Health

Portland dentist Dr. Joy Arend and her team at East Portland Dentistry help patients of all ages and stages of life. Due to the unique hormonal changes women experience, studies have shown that women may have a higher risk of developing oral health problems when compared to men. In addition to dictating mood and feelings,…

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Best Springtime Food For Your Teeth

Here at East Portland Dentistry, we have many patients who come in with a springtime glow. As the sun peeks through the clouds here in Oregon, we start to think about our health as we come out of hibernation. Dentist in Portland, Oregon Dr. Joy Arend and her team have found that many patients are…

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Spring Cleaning For Your Dental Health

If you feel stressed and overly busy, it can feel really difficult to take care of your dental health. Dentist in Portland, Oregon Dr. Joy Arend and her team at East Portland Dentistry encourage patients of all ages to take these simple steps to help improve overall health. Get Rid Of Take Out If you…

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Understanding Stomatitis

Few oral health problems offer the potential for as much pain and embarrassment as stomatitis. Portland dentist Dr. Joy Arend and her team at East Portland Dentistry help patients of all ages heal from stomatitis. The clinical term for an inflamed and sore mouth, stomatitis can develop in such areas as the palate, lips, tongue,…

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