While most people know that gum disease can affect your oral health, most are unaware of how it can also affect your overall health and well-being. There are many serious risks associated with gum disease that you should be aware of. Left untreated, periodontal infections can jeopardize your quality of life. What is Gum Disease?… Continue reading
Do you find yourself avoiding the dental treatment you know you need? Or even skipping your routine preventive check-ups? Approximately 1-in-3 adults have some type of dental anxiety. Others simply have sensitive teeth, a tender gag reflex, or uncomfortable thoughts of past experiences in the dental office. But don’t let these reasons make you fall… Continue reading
Just like brushing and flossing regularly, getting routine dental X-rays is also an integral part of maintaining good oral health. X-rays are the only source that our Marietta dentist has to view the internal structure of certain oral features. From the tooth roots, jawbone, and in-between the teeth, these images are an important step for… Continue reading
Cavities aren’t always obvious. While there are classic symptoms of toothaches or visible holes in your teeth, you can’t count on these red-flag symptoms to pop up when the cavity is small. But combating tooth decay early is key to preventing it from spreading elsewhere in your mouth. How can you tell you have a… Continue reading
Undergoing gentle sedation during your dental procedure is a great idea. Whether it’s laughing gas, IV anesthesia/sedation, or oral conscious sedation, these options are great for situations like: #1: Dental Phobia The most common reason our patients choose to be sedated for dental procedures is fear of the dentist. Whether it’s the fear of the… Continue reading
Do you have a cavity or broken tooth? Trying to decide what to do can seem overwhelming at times. Especially if you were told you needed a crown. Can’t the tooth just be repaired with a filling, instead? Depending on the extent of your decay or damage, you’ll either need one or the other. When… Continue reading
Sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and a gorgeous smile! Now that most of us are getting out and about again, it’s important for our teeth to both be healthy and look their best. To keep your smile bright over the next several months, follow these easy tips: Get Plenty of Water Water naturally rinses your mouth while… Continue reading
Our Marietta family dentist has a special place in his heart for serving at-risk individuals, such as those with special needs. If you have someone in your family who is medically fragile or suffers from a condition that might otherwise impair their oral health, we want you to know that we’ll do everything possible to… Continue reading
Endodontic therapy — more commonly referred to as “root canal” treatment — is a type of restorative procedure used on severely decayed, dying, or abscessed teeth. Root canals are necessary when the nerve of your tooth is traumatized or infected. The Danger of Delaying Endodontic Treatment What a lot of people don’t realize is that… Continue reading
Are you planning an upcoming smile makeover or looking to correct the appearance of broken, worn teeth? Our Marietta dentist can help you find the best cosmetic restoration to protect your smile while enhancing the way it looks. Are Cosmetic Crowns Best? A porcelain dental crown is best for teeth with structural damage. For instance,… Continue reading
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