• posted: Mar. 22, 2023

With the doctor, emergency dental care is only a phone call away. Dental problems are uncomfortable and should always be treated as soon as possible to prevent them from getting Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2023

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read More

• posted: Mar. 08, 2023

When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis. Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2023

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read More

• posted: Feb. 22, 2023

Oral cancer is largely viewed as a disease that affects those over the age of 40, but it can affect all ages, even non-tobacco and alcohol users. Oral cancer can Read More

• posted: Feb. 15, 2023

At Steven M. Erlandson, DDS, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our Read More

• posted: Feb. 08, 2023

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2023

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read More

• posted: Jan. 25, 2023

It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as Read More

• posted: Jan. 18, 2023

A solid oral health routine begins with daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Without a consistent oral health regimen, you may begin to experience tooth decay and bacterial infections. Few patients Read More

• posted: Jan. 11, 2023

It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be Read More

• posted: Jan. 04, 2023

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read More

• posted: Apr. 11, 2022

Many of our patients at Dr. Steven Erlandson in Grand Forks, ND, has been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options Read More

• posted: Mar. 29, 2022
• dental implants

If you are missing teeth, you already know how difficult it is to chew your food, how it can impact your digestion, and how it can negatively impact your confidence. Read More

• posted: Dec. 29, 2021
• porcelain veneers,  crowns,  Tooth-colored fillings,  Gummy smile treatment

What are your smile goals? Is it a bright, white smile? Or perhaps you want perfect-looking teeth — no gaps, chips, fractures, and definitely, no crowding. Whatever your objective, do Read More

• posted: Dec. 02, 2021
• bonding

Worn teeth don't have to change your appearance. Your Grand Forks, ND, dentist, Dr. Steven Erlandson offers several cosmetic dentistry treatments that will help you revitalize your smile. What causes worn Read More