Dr. Terri’s Health and Wellness Blog

Introducing Dr. Brenden Scott, The Newest Addition to SmileAlive Dentistry’s Team!
We are happy to announce we will be welcoming Dr. Brenden Scott to our practice on January 31. He will be working mainly in our Eugene office on Monday and Tuesday with Dr. Baarstad. He recently completed his service with the United States Navy and has moved his...
Local Billboards Promoting Safe Teen Driving in Eugene & Springfield
Each year, over 330,000 accidents caused by texting while driving lead to severe injuries, and 1 out of 4 car accidents in the U.S. are caused by texting while driving. Every single day in the United States, 11 teens are killed while texting and driving! Dr. Terri...
Best Dentist Video Testimonial
We always love it when our patients enjoy going to the dentist!
Progress Update On Our New Building
To serve you better with even more space at SmileAlive Dentistry we are in the process of having a new building constructed in Crescent Village. It's very exciting to have our first walls going up! We will continue providing updates and more pictures as...
Oregon Dental Association- Women in Dentistry Feature Dr. Baarstad
The following article was published in the April, 2018 edition of Oregon Dental Association Membership Matters article on Women in Dentistry. Terri Baarstad, DMD, FGAD, leader of the SmileAlive offices in Eugene and Springfield Dr. Baarstad knew she wanted...
Why Do I Need a Crown?
I speak with patients all the time about crowns. Frequently, the patient does not know what a crown is or why it is recommended for that specific tooth. Unfortunately, there is a perception that dentists want to crown teeth to increase profits, when really we are...
Why Do Baby Teeth Matter?
Those chubby cheeks! That infectious laugh! Parenthood brings on many joys, along with just as many challenges and questions. Every parent wants to do what's best for their child and make sure they grow up happy and healthy. With everything else going on in a child's...
Why Do I Need To Have X-Rays?
As dentists, we are very concerned about maintaining your optimum oral health through regular preventive care. Unfortunately, only about 30% of each tooth is visible to the naked eye—even with all of our lights, magnifiers, and mirrors. The roots of each tooth extend...