There are some unfortunate times when an athletic injury or household fall can carry enough force to severely damage a tooth or knock it out of its periodontal socket. In a case of dental avulsion, you can apply some simple first-aid measures to manage the pain and prevent further complications, while you seek emergency treatment at Olson Dental Care’s clinic.... read more »

Do you think you might have gum disease? If so, our dentist, Dr. Mitchell Olson, is here to help you. Gum disease is a serious and dangerous dental issue that can affect your entire body, so if you think you have gum disease, it’s important to call our office and schedule an appointment. You can also try to identify the... read more »

In many cases, advancements in dental technology allow dentists to save teeth that in the past otherwise may have been lost. But from time to time, a person may need to have a tooth extracted. This may be because you have too many teeth in your mouth and an extraction may be needed to relieve overcrowding. Or, an extraction may... read more »

If you are missing a tooth, Dr. Mitchell Olson may recommend a dental bridge. A dental bridge is a dental restoration that is made up of two dental crowns with a replacement tooth in between. The replacement tooth is used to fill a gap in an individual’s smile and the dental crowns are placed on the teeth on either side... read more »

If a tooth needs to be restored, Dr. Mitchell Olson may recommend a dental crown in Bloomington, Minnesota. A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is placed over the entire visible part of a tooth. When is a dental crown needed? Our dentist may recommend a dental crown to: - Protect a weak tooth from breaking - Restore a... read more »

Each of your teeth is made up of a series of different structures and tissues. If you suffer a hard fall or accidental blow to the face, the soft internal pulp, nerve, or root structure of the tooth can be traumatized with little overt change to the visible tooth enamel. Sometimes it can even take a day or two for... read more »

Each of your teeth plays an important role in your ability to bite, chew, grind, and break down food before you swallow. When a cavity develops on one of your teeth it can cause sensitivity, and discomfort, while also limiting your overall oral function. If you are concerned that a cavity has developed on one of your teeth, you should... read more »

Breaking a tooth can be a scary experience, but you need to stay calm. Fortunately, Dr. Mitchell Olson and our dental team have multiple dental treatments that can help you return to a strong, healthy, and beautiful smile. It’s important to call Olson Dental Care at 952-884-1308 as soon as you can to schedule an emergency appointment. Until you come... read more »

If you have questions about your adult smile and oral health, then you’ve come to the right blog. Dr. Mitchell Olson and our dental team understand that dental care can be a little tricky and confusing, so we are happy to teach you more about dental care in Bloomington, Minnesota, so you can better understand your teeth, gums, and smile.... read more »

Are you aware of what the importance of a dental filling is? A dental filling is used to conceal and fill in a hole in a tooth that has been damaged by a cavity. Cavities occur when a hole in a tooth is created due to dental erosion and tooth decay within a tooth. If a cavity is not treated,... read more »