The Dental Blog of Bradley J. Olson, DDS

As of January 1st, your dental benefits have renewed! Are you on track with your dental health? Start your new year off right by calling to schedule your next dental appointment: 301-645-6611. We offer daily appointments for your convenience. Book now before our...

Your Waldorf dentist cares about much more than keeping your smile healthy and beautiful. We want to be your partner in your overall HEALTH! We all know that the health of your mouth affects every aspect of your body. But what are some other important ways to keep...

It can be easy to neglect your oral hygiene habits when traveling; after all, you’re away from home and out of your normal routine. With a little advance planning, you can avoid taking a vacation from your dental health during your holiday travels!   7 Dental...

Does the idea of visiting the dentist make your heart pound a little faster? You’re not alone. Research reveals that 5-8% of Americans avoid dentists due to fear, and as many as 20% experience such severe dental anxiety that they’ll only go to the dentist if it’s an...

Your oral hygiene is probably not what comes to mind when you watch Star Wars.   However, healthy teeth and gums are always on our minds, so we’d like to share some bits of dental wisdom from a few of our favorite Star Wars quotes.   Oral Hygiene meets Star...

  We all want a bright, sparkling smile for winter festivities! However, if your teeth are less than lustrous, you might consider teeth whitening to get your smile photo ready.   Before you choose a teeth whitening solution, there are a few important things...

The temporomandibular joint, commonly referred to as TMJ, is the joint where your jaw connects with the temporal bones of your skull. Discomfort and problems associated with your jaw and the muscles that control it is referred to as TMD (temporomandibular joint...

  You’ve heard from Dr Olson about the importance of brushing your teeth every day using a soft-bristled toothbrush (manual or electric). But…do you really know EVERYTHING about your toothbrush?   Since November 1 is National Brush Day, we’re going to...