Why Do My Teeth Hurt?

Why Do My Teeth Hurt?

Pain in your teeth is such a unique yet unpleasant feeling. The zings and throbbing that come along with a toothache are enough to make you miserable. We get it, and even though we don’t wish toothaches on anyone, the truth is, they happen. But sometimes the hardest...

How to Prevent Tooth Staining

How to Prevent Tooth Staining

Many everyday things can cause tooth staining, from your daily cup of coffee to your nightly glass of red wine. But don’t worry, your dentist in Spring Hill has some good news. You don’t necessarily need to stop enjoying all the things that can stain your teeth. In...

Can Your Dentist Tell If You Smoke?

Can Your Dentist Tell If You Smoke?

Many smokers try to disguise their habit by covering up the smell with gum, mints, or mouthwash. But the truth is, your dentist in Spring Hill can probably still tell that you’re a smoker even if you don’t share that information. In actuality, there’s a lot your...

Diabetes & Oral Health

Diabetes & Oral Health

November is Diabetes Awareness Month and strives to raise awareness of a chronic disease that affects nearly 30 million Americans. But what does this have to do with your dentist in Spring Hill? Well, the truth is, there is a strong connection between oral health and...

Whole-Body Benefits of Good Oral Health

Whole-Body Benefits of Good Oral Health

You may have heard the saying that the eyes are the window to the soul. While that may be true, your dentist in Spring Hill wants you to know that the mouth is in fact the window to overall health. Years of research continues to show just how important oral health is...

October is National Dental Hygiene Month

October is National Dental Hygiene Month

Every October, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and Colgate sponsor a month-long celebration for dental hygienists around the country. Dental hygienists are crucial members of your healthcare team and are responsible for keeping patients’ mouths (and...

How Cancer Treatment Affects Your Mouth

How Cancer Treatment Affects Your Mouth

As we head into the month of October, we tend to see pink ribbons everywhere in support of breast cancer research and breast cancer patients. Cancer is one of those scary words nobody wants to hear, and it can cause feelings of uncertainness and weariness of what...

How to Fix a Gummy Smile

How to Fix a Gummy Smile

Having a gummy smile can affect someone’s self-confidence, and if you’re someone who sees more gum tissue than teeth when smiling or talking, you may know exactly what we’re talking about. In fact, it’s not uncommon for your dentist in Spring Hill to hear patients say...

Why Do Our Teeth Fall Out?

Why Do Our Teeth Fall Out?

There’s a myth out there that says we’re almost guaranteed to lose some of our teeth as we get older. But a study by the American Dental Association says otherwise. In fact, more adults are keeping more of their natural teeth longer now than ever before. But that...

Is Getting a Root Canal Really That Bad?

Is Getting a Root Canal Really That Bad?

When someone tells you that they need to have a root canal, do you immediately grimace and start thanking your lucky stars that it’s not happening to you? You’re not alone. Many people who hear the words “root” and “canal” together shudder in fear. After all, this...