Richard J Pfau, DMD

Richard J Pfau, DMD Compassionate Dental Services in Salem, OR At the office of Richard J Pfau, DMD, you will always find someone to lend a smile!

Whether it's our staff or our loyal patients, happiness and comfort are very evident throughout our office at all times.

01/19/2021

While brushing is recommended at least twice a day, it is actually ideal to brush within 30 minutes to an hour after eating. However, if you just consumed acidic food or drinks, it would be best to wait at least half an hour because the acids can soften your teeth’s outermost layer.

01/14/2021

Did you know that teeth start to form even before you are born? Even though they don’t come through until the child is between 6-12 months old, “milk teeth” or better known as baby teeth, start to form when the baby is in the womb.

01/12/2021

One of the most popular ways to administer sedatives is orally, which is great for people who are nervous about needles. The sedatives can either be swallowed whole or crushed and put under the tongue (sublingually) where they can be absorbed readily into the bloodstream.

01/07/2021

Archaeologists have recovered artifacts dating back to 3000 B.C. that were used as primitive toothbrushes. The first type of toothbrush was nothing more than a twig that was chewed on and manipulated to remove food.

01/05/2021

If you or a family member are an ice chewer, you may want to rethink the habit. Chewing ice places undue stress on teeth and can cause them to chip or break.

12/31/2020

If conservative, non-invasive methods have failed to resolve your TMJ issues, the dentist may recommend a different approach. Injecting a corticosteroid into the joint, for example, can ease swelling, reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.

12/29/2020

Are you hesitant to have a dental procedure performed using a laser? Remember, the laser we use is specially created for oral tissue, so it’s one of the safest ways to perform these procedures.

12/24/2020

Talk about multi-tasking: in the middle ages, dentistry was commonly done by barbers and blacksmiths, who often performed complicated surgeries with nothing more than the tools they had on hand. It wasn't until 1840 when the first school to teach exclusively dentistry was opened in Baltimore, Maryland.

12/22/2020

Many, many people have a fear of needles, and this can cause a problem when visiting a dentist because injections may be necessary. Mild sedation may help ally this fear long enough for you to have the dental work performed that you need.

12/17/2020

Be wary of over-the-counter teeth whitening products. Many have ingredients that can cause a great deal of damage to your health. To be on the safe side, ask us for a recommendation.

12/15/2020

It’s important to remember that staying calm while you’re in the dental chair is the best way to have a smooth procedure. Rest assured that our team is sensitive to the fears of our patients and are always willing to do anything possible to help you get more comfortable with us.

12/10/2020

Making sure you are drinking enough water is not only good for your general health, it is also one of the best things for your teeth as it helps to neutralize and wash away the bacteria in sticky foods and beverages.

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848 Commercial Street NE
Salem, OR
97301

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Monday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm

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+15033629151

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