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Time to Schedule Your Spring Teeth Cleaning
Spring is just around the corner. As you prepare to clean out closets or wipe off the patio furniture, ask yourself what you will do for your smile. Gilreath Family Dentistry recommends a spring cleaning for your teeth and gums! Professional dental cleanings are suggested at least twice a year to improve your oral health,…
Surprising Causes of Jaw Pain Disorder
Did you know that nearly 36 million adults in the United States suffer from some form of chronic jaw pain? We rely on our jaw joint to eat, speak and yawn. If these daily actions become painful, it is time to let a dentist evaluate you for TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder. It is easy…
When Your Medication Causes Dry Mouth
A large majority of the American population rely on modern medicine to manage their health. While we value and appreciate the power of prescription medicine for a large number of health conditions, you should never ignore the impact that your daily pill could be having on your mouth. One of the most common yet serious…
Have You Been Screened for Oral Cancer this Year?
Is oral cancer on your radar? According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, one person dies in the United States every hour due to oral cancer. At Gilreath Family Dentistry, we urge patients not to wait until they experience multiple symptoms of oral cancer, as it can often be too late. Oral cancer is highly treatable,…
Can Replacing a Single Missing Tooth Improve Your Health?
It’s easy for patients to seek restorative dentistry when a tooth goes missing in the front of their smile. However, missing teeth can compromise a lot more than just aesthetics. In fact, a single missing tooth can impact your overall health. Here are some leading reasons why you need to replace a missing tooth –…
Dental Care With Invisalign – Easy as 1-2-3!
Caring for your smile doesn’t stop while you are undergoing orthodontic treatment. In fact, it can become even more important to practice good dental care while straightening your smile. The last thing you want to do is face cavities, gum disease or stains when your teeth alignment goals have been reached. When it comes to…
Is My Cracked Tooth a Dental Emergency?
Tooth enamel is composed of strong minerals. In fact, it’s the hardest substance in the entire human body! Unfortunately, your teeth can still chip or crack. Even healthy teeth can fracture under certain pressures and situations, including chronic teeth grinding, biting down on a piece of hard candy, a bad fall or contact sports. Should…
Surprising Dental Facts
We are well-acquainted with our teeth. For most of us, we feel, use and look at our teeth multiple times per day. But how much do you really know about your dental health? At Gilreath Family Dentistry, we love sharing interesting and quite surprising facts about dentistry. Did You Know? Nearly 25% of adults do…
Dental Myths Worth Busting
By the time they reach adulthood, most patients think they know everything they need to know in terms of dental care. After all, you’ve been brushing the same set of teeth for years and you (hopefully) have a basic understanding of what it takes to maintain a healthy smile. You may be surprised to learn,…
Help for Your Popping Jaw
Is your jaw popping or clicking every time you yawn or take a big bite? You may need treatment for TMJ disorder, also known as TMD. In many cases, ignoring jaw joint symptoms can lead to more disruptive issues, such as difficulty opening and closing the mouth, tension headaches, ear pain, facial pain and more.…
