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 […]
General dentistry
3 Reliable Steps To Find The Best Kennesaw, Georgia Dentist
Looking for the best dentist in Kennesaw? You can click around on the computer or watch for postcard ads in your mailbox. Even then, the outcome is shaky at best. Finding the best dentist in Kennesaw truly hinges on what you are looking for. Are you looking for consistent, professional evaluation? Are you looking for […]
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
Hi, I’m Doctor Russell Anderson of Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received more intense dental care were […]
Dental Health – 5 Cavity Basics
The desire to prevent tooth decay is one of the main reasons men and women visit their dentists Today we are going to review 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged in the hard surface, tiny openings develop. These […]
You Won’t Be Out Cold (Unless You Want To Be!)
Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you see a dental practice? Many individuals who have improved their smiles with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration procedures chose to use sedation. Though the terms ‘sleep dentistry’ and ‘oral conscious sedation’ are commonly […]
What’s The Latest With Veneers?
One of the advances in cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of smile restoration patients who have received conventional veneers are happy with the results, some dental patients have delayed this procedure because they do not want to sacrifice a healthy tooth structure. Veneers Have Advanced Prepless veneers are a less invasive procedure for […]
Mini Implants May Be Right For You
I’m Russell Anderson of Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry in Kennesaw. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the Kennesaw area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a […]
Brush Up On Proper Brushing For Kids
Many men and women, including children, brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gums receding or pulling away from teeth. It’s important to start children out right. We need to teach them how to clean their teeth without harming their gums. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in […]
Tooth Whitening And Your Dentist
Tooth whitening has become one of the most popular dental procedures in Georgia. It seems that everyone is whitening their teeth to help their smiles look younger and brighter. Many people are turning to over-the-counter solutions to lighten their teeth, however, there can be downsides to this approach. Here is some basic advice on tooth […]
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel
The hardest substance in your body is tooth enamel. Found on the outer surface of your teeth, enamel should last for your whole life. But just because it’s durable doesn’t mean you don’t have to work to take care of it. Here are some helpful tips for keeping enamel healthy. 1. Pick the right foods […]
