Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Chronic headaches create challenges when navigating through daily activities. When you have chronic pain, it may be a sign that you need to seek professional treatment. One common underlying condition of frequent headaches is temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). TMJ symptoms can seem similar to pain from heightened stress levels or sleeping in …
Why Toothaches Happen and when to take it Seriously
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Dental aches and pains may come and go, but could indicate a severe condition, so it is crucial to know when you should contact a medical professional for an evaluation. A toothache may mean a tooth suffered damage or that your oral wellness is undergoing some health-compromising changes. Therefore, your friendly dentists …
Why Pulling Teeth is a Last Resort
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN You may know the expression, “it was as bad as pulling teeth.” Often used as a reference to explain the difficulty level of a task, dentists know too well about the involved job of pulling teeth. At Tusculum Dental Care, we know that having a tooth pulled is not an enjoyable event, …
What’s Living Inside your Mouth?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Growing up, children hear about the importance of dental hygiene from both parents and dentists. Even as an adult, you may receive a lecture from the dentist about proper oral health. Although the hype about brushing and flossing does not seem like a big deal, remaining diligent with your oral hygiene can …
What’s a Deep Dental Cleaning and why you likely need One
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Various studies indicate that an estimated half of adults have some form of gum disease. Many Americans are entirely unaware of the condition, the severity of it, and how it could affect overall health conditions. That is why family dentists in Greeneville from Tusculum Dental Care share information about deep dental cleanings …
Half of American Adults have Gum Disease. Are you one of them?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) did a study in 2009, reporting that 64.7 million American adults suffer from periodontal disease, also known as gum disease. That’s 47.2 percent of people in the United States over 30 years old with poor oral health. You may have gum disease and chalk …
Early Warning Signs of Oral Cancer
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN No one wants to talk about cancer. It’s is a scary subject that tragically causes millions of premature deaths across the globe and is the second most common cause of death on our planet, according to the World Health Organization. Certain types of cancer get more attention than others. Oral cancer is …
Busting 4 Myths About Veneers
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Stained and discolored teeth may cause you to feel less confident when you smile. Cosmetic issues such as stains, chips, cracks, or small gaps in your teeth can be fixed with veneers. Veneers are thin shell-like coverings that are bonded to your natural teeth improving their appearance. Unfortunately, there are several misconceptions …
What to do if your Child is Scared of the Dentist
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Children and adults alike can harbor fears of going to the dentist. The reasons vary for each person, whether it is fear from the unknown, a negative past experience, or hearing someone talk about their treatment, fear, or generalized anxiety over dental visits. Forcing your child to deal with the traumatizing experience …
Are Dental Sealants really Worth It?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Dental sealants can be useful in preventing common problems with your teeth, you may wonder if the cost of the treatment is worth it in the long run. You can find out if dental sealants are right for you by speaking with our family dentists in Greeneville at Tusculum Dental Care. Today …