Diet and Dental Health: What to eat and what to avoid
- posted: Dec. 03, 2025
You are probably aware that guzzling soda and drinking those sugary Starbucks Frappuccinos aren’t particularly good for your dental health. But how much thought do you give to the effects Read More
Thanksgiving
- posted: Nov. 26, 2025
At Steven M. Erlandson, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Grand Forks, Read More
What exactly is periodontal disease?
- posted: Nov. 19, 2025
Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Steven M. Erlandson, DDS wants you to know that this common ailment can Read More
Make your child’s next visit to our office great!
- posted: Nov. 12, 2025
If you have been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth arrived, you might expect that he or she is already familiar with the doctor and Read More
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
- posted: Nov. 05, 2025
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read More
Your Options for Sedation Dentistry
- posted: Oct. 29, 2025
Fear of going to the dentist is more common than you may think. That’s why the doctor and our team want to make your visit as relaxing as possible. Your anxiety Read More
Root Canal FAQs
- posted: Oct. 22, 2025
Most people hear the word root canal and panic. With today’s state of the art equipment and improved local anesthetic devices, and some knowledge, a root canal does not have Read More
Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit
- posted: Oct. 15, 2025
It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read More
The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
- posted: Oct. 08, 2025
Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder Read More
Year-End Insurance Reminder
- posted: Oct. 01, 2025
the doctor, as well as our team at Steven M. Erlandson, DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of Read More
Are baby teeth really that important?
- posted: Sep. 24, 2025
Your infant’s first teeth will begin to appear around six to 12 months of age. You might wonder how important these primary teeth really are. After all, baby teeth are Read More
Foods that Can Harm Enamel
- posted: Sep. 17, 2025
Many people who are careful about brushing and flossing their teeth wonder how they still end up with cavities or tooth decay. Several factors affect wear and tear on tooth Read More
If You Love Us, Let Us Know!
- posted: Sep. 10, 2025
Your feedback is very important to us at Steven M. Erlandson, DDS. We always want to make sure that our practice is meeting its full potential, so whether you’ve visited Read More
My toothbrush did what?
- posted: Sep. 03, 2025
If you were to put your toothbrush bristles under a high-powered microscope, what you would see might give you nightmares: millions of bacteria, busily crawling up and down your toothbrush Read More
Caring for Your Dog’s Teeth
- posted: Aug. 27, 2025
It may come as a surprise to learn that dogs, like humans, have both baby and adult teeth. Most dogs, unlike humans, have all of their adult teeth by the Read More
Blog Suggestions? Let’s Hear Them!
- posted: Aug. 20, 2025
Your opinions matter to the doctor and our team! Our blog is meant to be an educational channel, but we always want to know what things you’re interested in learning Read More
