Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN The latest data compiled by the National Council of Aging estimates that approximately 39 million suffer from the sleep breathing disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea. The number of cases of sleep apnea can only be estimated because, unfortunately, millions of people go without ever receiving a diagnosis, much less treatment, of …
5 Key Questions about Pediatric Dental Care
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN As parents, we want to keep our children safe and healthy. We do everything we can to protect our children. We know that means protecting their teeth, too. A healthy smile often means more to us than it does to our children. However, we can only offer the knowledge we possess. Medical …
You Cannot have Good Health Without Good Oral Health
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Have you ever heard of the mouth-body connection? Medical research continues to add evidence that indicates that the health of the gums, teeth, and mouth can serve as a barometer to the overall health of an individual. Oral health may have a direct impact on the health of your heart, your brain, …
Get your Smile Picture-Ready for that Big Event this Summer
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN What do weddings, reunions and vacations have in common? They all tend to happen during the summer months, and they are all events where photos often get taken. Before the cameras or the camera phones come out, you want to make sure you look your best. Does your checklist include your smile? …
Does it Hurt to get Dental Implants?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Some people are nervous about visiting the dentist. Even we understand why people are nervous when we explain dental implants to them. After all, while implants are a revolutionary way to replace missing teeth — whether they’re gone because of trauma or need to be extracted due to decay — they require …
7 Facts for Invisalign Wearers
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Invisalign is a revolutionary way for the orthodontic dentistry world to straighten teeth. The clear aligners are very popular among adults and teens who want to straighten their teeth discreetly, comfortably and usually in less time than it takes more awkward, uncomfortable, traditional metal braces. Our Invisalign dentist in Greeneville receives lots …
5 Questions to ask at your Next Dental Visit
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Dental visits aren’t only a time for your dentist to check your oral health and a hygienist to give your teeth and gums a deep cleaning. They’re also a time to ask questions and raise any concerns you may have had in the six months since your last checkup at our Erwin …
What’s the Difference Between a Dentist and a Cosmetic Dentist?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Cosmetic dentistry is a specialization of dental science that focuses on improving the appearance of your teeth and mouth. While many dentists offer cosmetic dentists, there is a difference between a dentist who performs cosmetic procedures and a true cosmetic dentist. Just what is the difference? We explore that very topic today …
Keep your Smile Youthful as you Age
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Smiling is one of the simplest but most powerful tools that a human possesses. It radiates warmth, friendliness, happiness and optimism and can make others around us feel at ease and happy. But often with age, people start hiding their smiles because of imperfections in their teeth like misalignment, staining or chips …
Find out how Sleep Apnea can Cause Chronic Headaches
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN A headache can ruin your day. If you suffer from chronic headaches, this can make it difficult to focus on a daily basis – much less concentrate at work or school. Headaches can stem from a variety of factors: stress, dehydration, smoking and even poor posture, just to name a few possible …