General Family Dentistry in Medford, Oregon
Rothfus Family Dental - General Family Dentistry in Medford, Oregon. Doctors, Karla and Randall Rothfus, have been serving patients in Southern Oregon for the past 12 years. They feel that each member of the family should be seen for routine dental care. As parents themselves, raising 4 children in the Rogue Valley, they know how challenging it can be helping your children learns the value … [Read More...]
Sleep Apnea/Snoring Treatments
Sleep Apnea/Snoring Treatments
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) occurs when the soft tissue in a person’s throat repeatedly collapses and blocks the airway during sleep. When this occurs the individual wakes up gasping for air. You can imagine how tired you would feel if this happened to you many times per hour. Snoring/Sleep Apnea Treatments in Medford, Oregon Snoring is also a common symptom of sleep apnea. … [Read More...]
Restorative Dentistry in Medford, Oregon
The Modern Age of Restorative Dentistry Gone are the old days of the silver mercury fillings and black metal crowns. At Rothfus Family Dental, we utilize cutting edge dental materials to provide you with the most conservative, lifelike restorative dentistry available. With the advent of porcelain and zirconia, we can make beautiful long lasting crowns and bridges that will provide years of quality service and mimic the original properties … [Read More...]
Dental Services in Medford, Oregon
Medford, Oregon Family Dentistry, Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry in Rogue Valley Rothfus Family Dental is conveniently located in Medford, Oregon, less than one mile from the Rogue Valley Hosptial, the largest hospital in Southern Oregon. Medford is the Home of the world famous Harry and David, and the gateway to the ninth deepest lake in the world, Crater Lake. Proudly caring for … [Read More...]
Dental Implants in Medford, Oregon
Years ago, missing teeth were considered a part of growing old. For many people the only options they had to replace these missing teeth were bridges or partials and dentures. Both of these procedures have their benefits, but they also have their downsides. Bridges With a bridge, the teeth on either side of the missing tooth space are reduced to look like small teeth and utilize the same technique as crowns. An impression is taken and a … [Read More...]
Advanced Dental Cosmetics
Bringing out the best in your smile… Dr.’s Karla and Randall Rothfus enjoy performing exceptional dentistry in Medford, Oregon. They are caring individuals with an eye for detail. Nothing makes them happier than changing someone’s life by changing their smile, or in some cases, giving them something to smile about. In today’s society a smile says a lot about who you are and … [Read More...]
All Things Medford, Oregon Dentistry and News
Smoking Plus Menopause May Equal Tooth Loss
Smoking has long been associated with losing teeth but women who are past the age of menopause tend to experience more tooth loss than men of the same age. A new study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association looked for reasons why this occurs. Postmenopausal women who have … [Read More...]
Your Oral Health and Your Arthritis Pain
Rheumatoid arthritis and oral health do have a link. For patients with arthritis it is especially important you see the dentist regularly to help prevent gum disease. Research shows a strong connection between gum disease and arthritis. A German study published in the Journal of … [Read More...]
Do You Need Antibiotics Before Dental Work?
There are lots of reasons that people have routinely been given antibiotics before having dental work. Over the years the guidelines for antibiotic use have changed and recently The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Dental Association came out with new guidelines for patients … [Read More...]
Researchers Look To Nature To Solve Sensitive Teeth
Teeth that are sensitive to hot, cold, sweet or sour foods and drinks make life miserable for a lot of people. Researchers have reported in the American Chemical Society journal ACS Applied Materials a novel advance toward dealing with sensitive teeth using ideas from Mother Nature. Our teeth … [Read More...]
Chipped Tooth A Common Cosmetic Problem
Have you ever chipped a tooth? Don't feel bad, chipped teeth are a common cosmetic repair that we see in our practice. The reasons for a chipped tooth range from accidents to people who grind their teeth so severely they cause breakage How we repair the damage depends on the size and location of … [Read More...]
Apps to Smile About
Like the commercial says "There's an app for that..." and we've found some apps to smile about. Usually you don't think of smartphones and smiles - unless you are using your phone to take a photo of a smile... While the apps discussed here are available for iPhones there are similar apps … [Read More...]
Sleepy Workers Cost Companies Billions
Are sleepy co-workers costing your company money? No, I'm not talking about time off for naps, it has been estimated that the total cost to American businesses for fatigue related incidents is about $31 billion each year. Sleepy workers can cost companies money due to errors and accidents. A … [Read More...]
A Dental Filling That Kills Bacteria and Regenerates Tooth Structure
What do you think about a filling that actually regenerates tooth structure? A cavity in your tooth happens when the mineral content of the tooth has been dissolved. The oral bacteria living in the plaque on your tooth surface secrete acids which eat away at the tooth. Even when a dentist removes … [Read More...]
The High Cost of Sleep Apnea
Staying awake and alert during long drives is difficult for anyone, but for people with sleep apnea it can be impossible. A Texas woman just won a $3.25 million lawsuit against a trucking company because one of their drivers fell asleep at the wheel and rear ended a stopped car at 65 mph - the … [Read More...]
Kids and Cavities Hit the News
Yesterday the New York Times reported on the increasing number of preschool aged children developing cavities - lots of cavities! The story was picked up by the NBC Nightly Newsand is now spreading across the newswires. Hopefully this publicity will be a wake up call for everyone involved in … [Read More...]
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