Dealing with Wisdom Tooth Pain

by Dr. Smith | Jul 31, 2020 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Wisdom Teeth

Whether you are a teenager or an adult, you may have pain associated with your wisdom teeth. In a perfect situation, these back molars erupt last and fit right into your mouth without problems. Many people are not so lucky, however. It is common for these teeth to...

What you Need to Know about Permanent Dentures

by Dr. Smith | Jul 24, 2020 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Dentures

Dentures have been around a long time as a way to restore smiles plagued by missing teeth. They provide a solution for people who want to smile, talk, and eat as normally as possible. Unfortunately, removable dentures aren’t without issues. They can become loose or...

Stop the Pop!!

by Dr. Smith | Jul 17, 2020 | Blog, Dental Topics 1, General Dentistry

Whether you call it pop, soda, soft drink, or something else, these terms all refer to a sugary, carbonated drink popular all over the country. It is estimated that Americans consume over 13 billion gallons of soft drinks each year. These beverages can cause serious...

Facial Injuries and Oral Surgery

by Dr. Smith | Jul 10, 2020 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Oral Surgery

There are a number of reasons that dentists or oral surgeons recommend surgery, but facial injuries are probably the most unexpected and alarming cause. Maxillofacial injury, or facial trauma, refers to any injury to the mouth, jaw, and face. Most of these injuries...

Feeling Better about your Smile with Veneers

by Dr. Smith | Jul 3, 2020 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Veneers

Teeth that cause you to be embarrassed about your smile may be hidden using a popular cosmetic dentistry technique called veneers. Broken, chipped, discolored, or misaligned teeth can easily be hidden with this long-lasting dental solution. Veneers are very thin...

Sports Drinks and Your Teeth

by Dr. Smith | Jun 26, 2020 | Blog, Dental Information, Dental Topics 2

Reaching for a sports drink may seem like a smart way to rehydrate during a big game or after completing your exercise regimen, but you may not be as educated as you think. Consumption of sports drinks is on the rise, with 62 percent of American teenagers drinking at...