Many of Doctor Russell Anderson’s patients walk in for general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, or cosmetic and implants. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing correctly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. […]
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What Are Dental Space Maintainers And How Are They Used?
What are dental space maintainers? Dental space maintainers (or spacers) are devices used for children who have lost some primary teeth but their permanent teeth have a while before they will grow in. They hold space for the appropriate adult teeth to grow in. They also prevent the remaining adjacent primary teeth from moving into the […]
Tonsil Questions?
Today in the Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry dental blog, we are going to consider the two lumps of soft tissue in the back of the throat—the tonsils. Your tonsils sit at the base of the tongue, one on each side. They are part of the body’s lymphatic system. As such, they are part of your […]
Can I Get a Metal-Free Tooth Implant?
Many Kennesaw dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they choose composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched precisely to your natural tooth color. Some individuals are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam is Toxic […]
10 Reasons To Choose A Pediatric Dentist Instead Of A General Dentist For Your Child
Little teeth are just like big teeth, right? Why do I need a different dentist for my child? First off, emerging teeth aren’t just like adult teeth. And, yes, we recommend a special dentist for your child. Why should I take my child to a pediatric dentist? A pediatric dentist can better serve your child’s […]
Can My Dentist Help With My Snoring?
Partner can’t sleep because you snore? Is it finally time to eliminate it? Snoring sounds can result when the tissue in the back of the throat collapses onto the soft palate. This constricts the airflow. As you breathe, this area opens and closes—with a noisy result. Your snoring might be due to a condition called […]
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than those of our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us generate the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose […]
3 Dental Dangers For Toddlers
Hello new parents! We know that keeping babies and toddlers safe and healthy requires nonstop effort. You snap them snuggly in their car seats, baby-proof your medicine cabinet, and guard the stairway with a gate. You take them to your pediatrician for immunizations, check-ups, and an occasional prescription for an antibiotic. Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry […]
Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry In Kennesaw Is Accepting New Patients
Hello, I am Doctor Anderson. Whether you are one of our patients or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to my dental blog. My dental practice is called Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry and is located at 1415 Wooten Lake Rd NW Ste 300 in Kennesaw, Georgia. I have been practicing dentistry since 1996. Since opening my dental […]
Save Your Breath
Today’s post focuses on a problem experienced by many people – bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most frequent cause is inadequate oral hygiene. Often, halitosis develops midday arising from the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food pieces on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. The wastes of […]