Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Sleep is a crucial life element required for your body to restore energy resources and rejuvenate itself to prepare for the next day. Unfortunately, when your body doesn’t receive adequate sleep, it can begin to show distress signs. You may already know and have experienced one of the signs, which is daytime …
Can a Dentist Reverse Gum Recession?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN When gum tissue recedes from the teeth, the tooth root surfaces become more visible, which may cause pain and make teeth seem longer. Gum tissue not only serves to keep teeth in place but also shields the tooth roots from harmful microorganisms. In its absence, teeth are more likely to feel sensitive …
Can getting Invisalign Improve your Oral Health?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN You may be researching ways to straighten your smile and have questions about Invisalign. Although there are multiple ways to correct crooked teeth, including traditional braces, many patients prefer the discreet nature and comfort Invisalign provides. However, many Invisalign candidates wonder how teeth straightening treatments will impact their oral health. Therefore, our …
Teeth Whitening Safety 101
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN You may like your smile in the mirror but can’t help but wish it were even more brilliant and white, and professional teeth whitening can help you achieve that look. However, many people pause with concerns about the process or possible negative outcomes, especially if a friend or family member has had …
What Happens if you Ignore Gum Disease?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Your smile is an integral part of your life that can affect many areas. So, whether you have beaming straight, white teeth that light up the room or a not-so-bright smile with crooked or gapped teeth, oral hygiene is an important activity you should practice daily. But unfortunately, gum disease develops when …
Why is my Jaw Popping, and how can I Make it Stop?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN The temporomandibular joints (TMJs) on each side of your skull allow your mouth to open, shut, and move side to side. Therefore, issues with these joints are likely to manifest as jaw popping. However, jaw popping may occur with or without pain when one or both joints aren’t functioning as they should. …
What’s Causing your Gums to Bleed during Pregnancy?
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Hormones fluctuate during pregnancy, causing physiological changes to accommodate the growing baby. Pregnancy hormones impact your weight, emotional state, energy, appetite, skin, and other effects. Pregnancy cravings aren’t always healthful or nutrient-dense. Some food choices may also exacerbate or lead to unfavorable oral conditions. Up to 80% of pregnant women have gingivitis, …
Keep your Teeth and Gums Healthy as you Age
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN Your body changes as you age, which affects both your health and your appearance. This is why it is important to take proper care of your oral hygiene throughout all stages of life, so your smile stays healthy and beautiful for years to come. If you want to keep your teeth and …
Tips on Improving your Oral Health in the New Year
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN People set goals for the new year, such as reducing spending, improving their diets, or opening new businesses. An excellent item to add to your goal list is to improve your oral health. Maintaining excellent dental health is a worthwhile objective because it helps preserve your teeth as you age and reduce …
Have a Smile that’s Merry and Bright this Holiday Season
Serving patients of Erwin, Jonesborough, and Greeneville TN It’s a tradition to gather with loved ones and friends to enjoy the holidays. The opportunity to interact with and meet new individuals is also invited. To relax and take in the season, you want your smile to be at its finest. Our Erwin cosmetic dentists at Tusculum Dental Care share on …