General dentists in the Kennesaw area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Kennesaw general dentist will refer you to a local Atlanta specialist or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Atlanta area: Endodontists Endodontists […]
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Peace Begins With A Smile

Mother Theresa once said “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s […]
Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry Treats Canker Sores, Lesions, And Fever Blisters

At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry, one of the most common complaints we hear from Kennesaw dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions that can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical intervention. Though not contagious, […]
If Only I Had Taken Care Of My Teeth…

Brush. Floss. Get regular checkups. It will sound so simple when you have dentures. How many times have you said, ‘If only!’ ‘If only I had changed my oil,’ ‘If only I had stayed in college,’ ‘If only I had worn sunscreen.’ We hope you don’t ever say, ‘If only I had taken care of […]
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?

Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all of your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling. You have probably experienced that yourself when you have looked at a smile that contains one discolored tooth. No matter how hard you […]
Isn’t a Dental Bridge as Good as an Implant for a Knocked-out Tooth?

At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry, we treat dental emergencies such as a knocked-out tooth. Patients who have suffered an injury that either knocks out a tooth or severely damages the tooth have a couple of options for tooth replacement. In today’s post, we will discuss a tooth replacement option common in […]
Do You Have an Aching Jaw in Kennesaw GA?

Hi. I’m Doctor Russell Anderson, and today in the Kennesaw dentist blog, I want to look at some of the conditions that may result in jaw pain. Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses, and when these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses exert pressure […]
Persistent Dry Mouth?

Many residents in our Kennesaw community experience dry mouth occasionally. Some develop dry mouth in social situations or when they are under a lot of stress. Sporadic or infrequent dry mouth is usually not a serious issue. Constant dry mouth, or xerostomia, is not only irritating, but it can also lead to acute health problems. […]
What Is Lurking Under Your Gumline?

Hello Kennesaw! Your overall oral health depends not only on healthy teeth but also healthy gums. Proper oral hygiene helps keep both your teeth and gums in good shape. When brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle with the bristle tips aimed at the line where the tooth and gum meet. The bristles of […]
This Is The Year For A New Smile!

Hello! Welcome to our dental blog. At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry we create total smile makeovers for our patients. If you are not familiar with the latest dental advances, you might not realize what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. If you are not satisfied with your smile, or are embarrassed by the condition of […]