Oct 21, 2022 | Blog, Dental Topics, Dental Topics 1, General Dentistry
There are few things more irritating than having a painful, swollen sore in your mouth. It bothers you while eating, talking, and even just sitting around. There are a number of types of mouth sores with different causes. Some are infections from bacteria, viruses, or...
Jul 29, 2022 | Blog, Dental Topics 1, Root Canal Treatment
The goal of root canal therapy is to relieve pain, not cause it. The pain you experience before a root canal is the result of damage to the tissues in the tooth. Root canal therapy removes that damaged tissue, therefore relieving the discomfort you feel. If you are...
Jun 17, 2022 | Blog, Dental Topics, Dental Topics 1, General Dentistry
Fun in the summer sun can cause unpleasant side effects such as cold sores and fever blisters. Brought on by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), cold sores and fever blisters are transmitted from person to person by saliva or by skin contact. With cold sores, you...
May 20, 2022 | Blog, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Topics, Dental Topics 1
Broken, chipped, stained, or crooked teeth can ruin an otherwise nice smile. Minor flaws like these can be easily corrected with dental veneers. They are a popular way to whiten, straighten, and improve smiles to get long-lasting and natural-looking results. Here are...
May 6, 2022 | Blog, Dental Topics, Dental Topics 1, General Dentistry
Gone are the days when chewing gum is considered poor etiquette. In today’s society, you can find people chewing gum in business meetings, church, and just about every other situation. With gum chewing so prevalent, you may have wondered what it’s doing to people’s...
Apr 15, 2022 | Blog, Dental Topics, Dental Topics 1, General Dentistry
At least twice a year, you need to schedule an appointment with your dentist. These visits allow your dentist to assess you oral health, address any concerns you have, and look for signs of problems. Protecting your teeth and gums is a partnership between you and your...