In the spirit of the holiday that is just around the corner, we thought we’d give you a few tips to maintain those teeth you’re going to need to eat your Thanksgiving feast! Didn’t think Thanksgiving food could be good for your mouth? Think again–take...
Read MoreDid you know that periodontal disease could be a cause for heart problems? C-reactive protein, or CRP, is a protein that is present in high levels when inflammation is occurring somewhere in the body. Its presence is especially important in indicating heart disease. Recently researchers...
Read MoreTeeth regeneration sounds like a thing of the future, but maybe not for much longer. Researchers at Georgia Tech and King’s College are looking into how a certain species of fish are regrowing their teeth with the hope that they can activate this mechanism in...
Read More[iframe id="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YP14SSjAHQM"] Let’s be realistic: everyone young and old is going to find a way to indulge their sweet tooth on this spooky eve. Just a quick tip from your dentist–don’t forget to brush and floss when you’re done, otherwise we’ll see you soon to take...
Read MoreThink you might have a loose adult tooth and you’re not quite sure what to do about it? There are several different reasons why adults might get loose teeth, such as injury, gum disease, or teeth grinding, just to name a few. But don’t...
Read MoreWhy not celebrate with booking your biannual cleaning appointments? Dana, the hygienist in Dr. Carter’s office, is always happy to help you keep your smile looking white and bright. In keeping with the spirit of this month, check out these 10 tips on keeping up...
Read MoreThen it may be time to think about what might be going on with your mouth while you’re sleeping! The most common ailment that prevents people from waking up feeling refreshed is a condition called bruxism, or teeth-grinding. This can occur during the day as...
Read MoreWe’ve got some exciting news here in the office! Dr. Carter has been doing lots of work with the American Society of Implants & Reconstructive Dentistry (ASIRD) to get up-to-date on all the latest technologies and innovations in implant dentistry. She and Dr. Thomas...
Read MoreKnocking a tooth out is not something you want to mess around with. Incurring this sort of damage to your mouth can affect not only the tooth that’s lost, but surrounding teeth as well. So what happens if you’re not so careful and knock a...
Read More“Brushing your teeth is all you need to get the food out of your teeth. Who cares about flossing anyways?” Your teeth do! Flossing reaches all those crevices and hard-to-reach areas in between your teeth where plaque and tartar can build up. More plaque buildup means...
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