Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN A perfect smile with crooked teeth may seem like a distant dream without traditional braces. However, with the help of Invisalign, a clear aligner orthodontic treatment, you can slowly move your teeth into the proper position without embarrassment. Greeneville Invisalign providers at Tusculum Dental Care explain that since you must wear the …
What to do when your CPAP keeps your Spouse Awake
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, a CPAP machine is the most common treatment. But that does not mean that it’s the ideal option to manage your sleep apnea. Often, CPAP users complain about using their machine because the mask is irritating, and the machine is difficult to clean …
What your Bleeding Gums could mean for your Oral Health
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN If you begin bleeding from anywhere on your body, this usually signifies a problem with your health. And yet, millions of people experience bleeding gums when they brush their teeth and don’t think anything of it. The reality is that bleeding gums can be a sign of a severe oral health issue. …
3 Post-COVID Fixes for your Smile
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Now that the COVID pandemic seems to be fizzling out, restrictions are lifting, mask mandates are ending, and life feels like it is returning to normal. But what about your smile? You can no longer hide it under a mask unless you plan on wearing one forever, which you probably aren’t. Cosmetic …
Can you be too old to get Dental Implants?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Are you living with lost teeth? If so, you’ve probably looked into ways to restore your smile, which means you at least know a little something about dental implants. You might be wondering about certain factors that may disqualify you from getting implants, such as age. Our Greeneville implant dentists want to …
Why Dentists Recommend Removing Wisdom Teeth
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Wisdom teeth usually develop and begin emerging around the teenage years or by the onset of adulthood. You’ve probably heard of friends or family members getting their wisdom teeth removed. It is one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the U.S. But you may wonder why so many people have to …
The Newest Epidemic Among Children, and it’s right under their Nose
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Most parents take a quick peek in their kid’s bedrooms to ensure they are sleeping safe and sound before heading to bed. Except, what happens if you hear your child snoring loudly, tossing and turning, or their breathing pauses? These all could be signs that your child has a sleep-breathing disorder. Sleep …
4 Things the Pandemic Taught us about Oral Health
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Last year was a challenging year for everyone. The coronavirus pandemic took its toll on humans around the world, and it even affected our oral health. Whether you found yourself binging on junk food to suppress COVID stress or finding employment again was front and center of your mind (instead of whether …
Bridal Smile Guide: The Ultimate Guide to a Gorgeous Wedding Day Smile
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Planning your wedding takes time and patience to make sure it is perfect on the big day. Most brides and grooms spend hours choosing their formal wear for the occasion and perfecting their look. Your smile will be a significant part of your wedding day. While some people have a beautiful smile, …
Ways to Encourage your Loved One to see the Dentist
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Dental phobia affects many people. You might even be one of them! But the chances are good that you have a close friend or family member that despises going to the dentist and avoids it at all costs. Unfortunately, avoiding the dentist isn’t a good idea. Dental visits are a way to …