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• posted: Dec. 26, 2023

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Ian Park, DDS included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to Read More

• posted: Dec. 19, 2023

The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own the doctor recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation Read More

• posted: Dec. 12, 2023

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read More

• posted: Dec. 05, 2023

It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season Read More

• posted: Nov. 28, 2023

Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Ian Park, DDS wants you to know that this common ailment can be Read More

• posted: Nov. 21, 2023

At Ian Park, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Minnetonka, Minnesota area Read More

• posted: Nov. 14, 2023

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read More

• posted: Nov. 07, 2023

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read More

• posted: Oct. 31, 2023

You might have noticed that the dental aisle of your drugstore is larger than ever, with more options than ever for getting the spaces between your teeth their cleanest. Flosses Read More

• posted: Oct. 24, 2023

Oral surgery can be intimidating, especially if you show any signs of an infection afterwards. the doctor and our team want you to be informed about what to watch for Read More

• posted: Oct. 17, 2023

Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read More

• posted: Oct. 10, 2023

You may have bitten down on a hard food or object, or perhaps you had a cavity that weakened your tooth. Either way, your tooth is now broken, and the Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2023

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2023

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are Read More

• posted: Sep. 19, 2023

Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2023

the doctor and our team at Ian Park, DDS frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss regularly, Read More