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Yes, Baby Teeth Do Matter!
As you wrestle with your busy toddler to brush and floss their teeth twice a day, you may be wondering if it really matters. After all, baby teeth will soon fall out anyways, right? Wrong! Although you may get tired of trying to brush your babies’ teeth or reminding your first grader time and time…
Do You Take Gum Disease Seriously?
Although it can be prevented with simple and disciplined oral hygiene habits, gum disease is a major oral health condition affects, in some form, up to 75% of people in the developed world. Sadly, it is believed that only 2% of these sufferers actually seek professional treatment. Proper preventative care such as routine cleanings and…
Technology Wins in Dental X-Rays
Does your dentist use digital dental x-rays? Despite the enormous increase in cost, a common trend in dentistry has been the switch from conventional film x-rays to digital dental x-rays. The innovation and advanced technology involved in a digital dental x-rays are a win-win for both dentists and patients.For patients, the benefit of a digital…
Dental Sealants: Your Key to Prevention
For those of you at higher risk for tooth decay, you may need to take action beyond your daily brushing and flossing. Dental sealants have been used for over 30 years and are a valuable tool for preventative oral health care. Many dentists, including Gilreath Family Dentistry, use dental sealants in children as part of…
Your Teen’s Teeth After Braces
Are you familiar with the anti-climactic moment your teenager experienced after getting his or her braces off? They rush to the mirror to see that perfect smile they’ve waited months or years for after hiding behind those nice metal brackets. Excitement and expectation is suddenly dampened when your teen realizes that after many months in…
Porcelain Veneers: What Can They Do For You?
A confident smile can change the way you feel about yourself and interact with others. If you have stained, chipped, uneven, worn, or slightly gapped teeth, cosmetic dentistry can offer several ways to improve your smile. One popular option is porcelain veneers, which can create a more balanced and natural-looking appearance. If you are considering…
Your Dream Smile Using Less Dollars and No Drills
Are you desperate for a smile makeover but can’t afford it right now? Or are you considering a permanent cosmetic procedure but want to make sure you like the changes? Snap On Smile might be your answer. As the name implies, it is an appliance that literally snaps into place over your existing teeth, giving…
What Can Pregnancy Do to Your Oral Health?
Pregnancy is not a good time to skip your routine dental check-up or slack off on your oral care. Preventative dental care is not only safe during pregnancy, but it is highly recommended. The massive increase in a woman’s hormones during pregnancy causes the gums to swell, bleed, and trap food causing increased gum irritation.…
Don’t Go Back to the Grind
Do you often wake up with a sore jaw or dull headache? These are telltale signs of nighttime teeth grinding, also known as bruxism. Stress or anxiety can often cause you to clench your teeth during the day. However, teeth grinding is most common during sleep and is typically due to an abnormal bite or…
