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You’ve been hearing it for years – “make sure to visit Dr. Matthew Flugstad twice a year for your regular cleanings.” Just in case you’ve ever wondered why regular dental cleanings are so important, Dayton Dental would like to take this opportunity to let Edmonds residents in on some information you don’t often hear. Let […]

Many people will lose a tooth at some point in their lives, but that doesn’t mean your smile needs to suffer. There are numerous ways to fix a lost tooth, but today, Dr. Matthew Flugstad would like to educate you about the best option for a healthy smile that will last a lifetime: dental implants. […]

Whiter, brighter teeth are on the top of everyone’s smile wish list – and for good reason! White teeth look young and healthy. The good news is that teeth whitening is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to improve your smile, and the results are almost immediate. If you’re already taking good care of […]

There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at Dayton Dental talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how they work? Your Edmonds dentist Dr. Matthew Flugstad knows that folks like to be informed, so think […]

A hole in your smile is never a positive thing. It negatively affects physical appearance, eating, speaking, and your overall sense of confidence and well-being. Let Dayton Dental bridge the gap between where you are with your smile and where you want to be! A missing tooth or teeth can also cause jaw pain and […]

At Dayton Dental, we understand that dental insurance can be a tricky thing to navigate. Evaluating dental plans and considering deductibles, benefits, which treatments are covered, and the mountain of other information insurance companies provide can be a headache in and of itself. Dr. Flugstad wants every Edmonds resident to have the power to control […]

Take a look around your bathroom and you’re likely to see a lot of products in plastic packaging. Paper boxes and toilet paper rolls are easily recycled in your bin at home, but what about the tricky stuff like toothpaste tubes and toothbrushes? Your Edmonds dentist Dr. Flugstad has the answers!

Accidents are never planned and rarely anticipated, but good dental care is always ready and available 24/7. Like all medical emergencies, dental emergencies require quality care, and fast! Here’s what to do if you think you have a dental emergency on your hands.

There are many kinds of doctors – Doctors of English, Doctors of Philosophy, Doctors of Medicine, Dr. Pepper… (wink). Of course, when we use the term doctor, we most often mean a physician or doctor of medicine. But did you know that dentists are doctors, too? Every doctor has a specialty, and a dentist’s specialty […]

Sometimes in life, you just need a do-over. That’s precisely what crowns are—a new start for your tooth. Teeth are important players in your life! They’re not only the first responders for your digestive tract, but they can make a great first impression – so you deserve a beautiful, fully-functioning set. If your teeth need […]