What is sustainable dentistry?
What even is sustainable dentistry? We have called ourselves a sustainable dentist for a while now, but it might be time to talk about what that actually means. There are…
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That’s too much toothpaste
You’re probably using too much toothpaste. We put together a reel of these stock videos to show you that most videos are created to sell toothpaste. You really only need…
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What to do if you’re afraid of going to the dentist
Dr. Diesburg and his caring, professional staff in McMinnville are trained to help make your experience of dentistry as comfortable as possible. We recognize that fear of the dentist is…
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Swishing oil as mouthwash? All about oil pulling
Have you heard about alternatives to mouthwash such as swishing coconut oil in your mouth? Whether or not you want to use coconut or another oil instead of mouthwash or…
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How to floss the right way
If you look at the great videos of how-to-floss on YouTube you will find one common denominator. They are all about two minutes long. If you’re comfortable flossing, it should…
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Ask Dr. D: Why am I getting cavities?
Dear Dr. Diesburg: I brush twice a day and floss. Well, sometimes I floss. But I’m still getting cavities. Do I just have bad teeth? Looking for Holy Molars in…
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Dr. Diesburg’s #1 Dental Hack for Health
We can all agree on very few things in this life, but nearly everyone is in accordance with one thing: Flossing can be kind of gross. So what’s keeping you…
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Dr. Diesburg is fully vaccinated. Here are our ongoing responses to COVID-19.
Safety First Since the COVID-19 pandemic began we’ve been researching, adapting, and implementing new safety guidelines to protect you, your family, and our staff. Your family’s safety, our staff’s safety,…
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Are apples good for your teeth? Nature’s Toothbrush
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. But what about the dentist? Does eating apples help overall oral health? Nature’s Toothbrush Autumn is nearly upon us, and so is…
Read More Ask McMinnville Dentist Dr. Diesburg: Chipped Teeth
Dear Dr. Diesburg, My front teeth are chipping at the edge. What should I do? Sincerely, Robert in Carlton Dear Robert: This is a question we get quite…
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