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Smiles Above the Square: Exploring Dental Elegance
Nestled in the heart of Georgia, Marietta boasts a charm that extends beyond its historic square. In this southern enclave, dental care transcends routine check-ups, evolving into an art form that weaves elegance into every smile. Join us as we embark on a journey through “Smiles Above the Square,” exploring the refined world of dental…
5 Brushing Habits That You Need To Stop
Your dental hygiene routine is very important; your dental health directly impacts your overall health. However, there may be a few habits you engage in when it comes to brushing that need to stop. Although your intentions may be good, be sure to avoid these five harmful brushing habits for a healthier smile: Brushing too…
Flossing – Stop The Excuses
If you are not flossing on a daily basis, what is your excuse? Although the American Dental Association makes their flossing recommendation clear, there still remains up to 49% of Americans that confess that do not floss on a daily basis. Whether it is time, pain, bleeding or a lack of know-how, it is time…
Halloween Candy: For Better or For Worse
Only a few short days until pounds of sugar will enter your house, all within reach of your children. Halloween candy threatens the health of many young smiles across the nation each year. According to the National Retail Federation, Americans will spend $2.2 billion on Halloween candy in 2014. It may be unrealistic to take…
KoR 2 with Julia
Julia had a more difficult situation. She had been a patient of Dr. Gilreath since she was 5 year old. She’s now 17 and had been plagued with tooth discoloration forever. Until now, there was literally nothing that could be done for her except putting veneers on her teeth. Dr. Gilreath suggested KoR to Julia…
All Smile for Straws
While a toothbrush is by far the most powerful weapon you can use to maintain good dental health, there is another handy tool that will make a big difference too. A simple straw can protect your smile in many ways. Drinking colas, sports drinks, iced coffee and fruit juices may not be on the top…
Dental Health for Seniors
When it comes to a healthy mouth, it’s never too late. Even if you weren’t the most consistent patient with your daily oral hygiene habits as a child, teen or young adult, you can still earn a gold star from your dentist as an older adult. In fact, there are some significant reasons why practicing…
How to Prepare Your Child For a Filling
If you have recently been told your child has a cavity, you are not alone. Dental caries is more common among young children than any other chronic illness, including asthma and diabetes. In fact, at least 4 million preschoolers suffer from tooth decay, which is an increase of more than 600,000 kids in the last…
Wisdom Teeth Removal: Do You Really Want to Wait?
If you are a young adult, it is very likely your dentist may have recommended that you get your wisdom teeth removed soon. Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. The common problem with wisdom teeth is that they typically come…
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…
