Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24. Wisdom teeth are not always troublesome, but it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways or otherwise impacting your other teeth. Checking your wisdom teeth is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble…
Gum disease
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career,…
Keep Holidays Healthy For Your Teeth!
Who doesn’t love the holidays? They’re a time to take a break from your regular routine and spend time with friends and family. If you’re not careful, though, holiday celebrations can take a toll on your oral health. They commonly involve delicious food, drinks, and sweets that can put you at risk for decay and…
New Protein For Dental Implant Patients
Countless men and women have replaced missing teeth with jaw-bone anchored tooth implants. Unlike a dental bridge, a tooth implant consists of a titanium post inserted into the jaw bone. The bone meshes with the post to create a strong base for the natural-looking prosthetic tooth and crown that attaches to the post. Dental implants…
The Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have periodontitis (advanced gum disease) can be upsetting. Here at Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry in Kennesaw, Georgia, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums…
The 411 on TMJ
Do you have unexplained pain or clicking sounds in your jaw? They can be the result of a serious jaw condition. Some conditions with the jaw and the muscles that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). But it’s also called TMJ, because that’s the acronym for the name of the joint. Technically, that’s…
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
Hi kids, adults, and golden-agers in Kennesaw. No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are a key practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! (If you don’t have any teeth, communicate with us about dentures and dental implants.) At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry, we have an excellent…
Thinking About a Smile Makeover?
Welcome to the Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry dental blog! I am Doctor Russell Anderson. Perhaps you have heard that cosmetic dentistry procedures can completely transform a smile. You may be a little skeptical of the claims, after all, the promise of total transformation is a tall order. Are smile makeovers really possible? Absolutely! At Russell…
Preventing Gum Disease At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry
Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post, we will focus on vital behaviors that affect oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two critical habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to preserve a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is needed…
