by Digital Resource Blogger | Aug 7, 2023 | Blog, Gum Disease Prevention
Maintaining good dental hygiene goes beyond a beautiful smile; it significantly contributes to preserving your gum health. A family dentist in Chapel Hill, TN, is your partner in promoting excellent dental hygiene practices and preventing oral issues like gum disease....
by Wesley Cowan | Aug 18, 2022 | General Dentistry, Gum Disease Prevention, Oral Health
Most people have 20 baby teeth, and 32 permanent adult teeth. However, a condition called hyperdontia can cause too many teeth to grow inside the mouth. This is usually more common in kids but can also occur into adulthood. Hyperdontia can be treated by your dentist...
by Wesley Cowan | Mar 31, 2022 | General Dentistry, Gum Disease Prevention, Oral Health, Preventive Dentistry
Gum disease is one of the most common dental problems your dentist in Spring Hill sees every day. In fact, the CDC reports that nearly 50% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. While gum disease can certainly cause some unwanted side effects in...
by Wesley Cowan | Feb 15, 2021 | General Dentistry, Gum Disease Prevention, Oral Health, Preventive Dentistry
As we head into the one-year mark of this pandemic, there are still several unknowns. But one thing has remained constant the whole time — stress levels are high, and rightfully so. Stress isn’t the best thing for health, especially at times like these....
by Wesley Cowan | Nov 18, 2020 | General Dentistry, Gum Disease Prevention, 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...
by Wesley Cowan | Jul 22, 2020 | Dental Hygiene, General Dentistry, Gum Disease Prevention, Oral Health, Preventive Dentistry
If you have gum pain, swollen gums, or increased tooth sensitivity, particularly along the gum line, you may be experiencing gum recession. This oral health problem can lead to other issues down the road, including increased tooth decay, sensitive teeth, and even...