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We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really should be flossing more. Any of these might cause us to avoid and put off regular visits to the dentist. Has it been so long since you saw a dentist that you’re not even sure… (Read More)

At Family Dentistry of Bellevue, we know that Bellevue parents work hard to prioritize their child’s health and happiness, you can count on us to do the same! The smiles of your children are a contagious expression of delight, and our role as their oral healthcare provider is to protect those precious pearly whites.  That’s… (Read More)

We’re not talking about a movie villain here;  we’re talking about a hard, yellowish substance that can form on your child’s teeth called tartar, also known as calculus (and no, not the kind with math equations!). But if you want a formula, here’s one to remember: Plaque + Time = Tartar. What Is Tartar and… (Read More)

All children are unique individuals with personal preferences, but sometimes special needs kids have a higher level of anxiety in new situations, like visiting the dentist. Dentists like Dr. Mack & Dr. Wachter at Family Dentistry of Bellevue realize that treating special needs kids requires patience and understanding, and while most dentists who treat children… (Read More)

Fresh breath sets the tone for every moment of your day: first thing in the morning, before an important meeting, after working out, or just before bed. Whether you prefer cool mint, invigorating cinnamon, or herbal anise, it’s your favorite trusty toothpaste that delivers that fresh, clean feeling. So, what’s the scoop on toothpaste? What… (Read More)

The root word “ortho” means “straight or upright.” Orthodontics,  you guessed it, helps make your teeth straight. But oh, how it can do so much more!  A lovely smile with straight teeth and an even bite is equal parts functional and beautiful and thanks to scientific progress, all that can be yours. Orthodontics is an… (Read More)

At Family Dentistry of Bellevue, our goal is to make your dental visits as pleasant as possible. Part of this effort includes taking the complication out of utilizing your insurance benefits. Family Dentistry of Bellevue knows there can be confusing terms and stipulations in insurance plans that can be a barrier between you and the… (Read More)

The first known dental crowns were made as far back as 200 A.D. when Etruscans used gold to create crowns and bridges. Can you imagine what the process must have been like without the technology we have now? If you’d rather not, we can’t blame you! Thanks to digital X-rays and impressions, dentists today can… (Read More)

Don’t Be Afraid of the Dentist! Family Dentistry of Bellevue knows that some folks avoid the dentist’s chair like the plague. According to studies at the Dental Fears Research Clinic at the University of Washington, as many as 8% of Americans are too afraid to go to the dentist, and 20% are too anxious to… (Read More)

Dr. Mack & Dr. Wachter, your trusted Bellevue dentists at Family Dentistry of Bellevue, are passionate about finding ways to improve the patient experience and achieve lasting results when it comes to the health and appearance of your smile. This requires continuous learning and investing in the types of advanced technologies that will stand the test… (Read More)