At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry, we do wisdom teeth extractions. Let’s consider these unpredictable (and somewhat mysterious) teeth. Wisdom teeth are the last of the molars to erupt from the gum. They usually come in in the late teens and early twenties. Not all people develop these teeth. Those that do can have one, two,…
Gum disease
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
Hello, I’m Dr. Russell Anderson. At my Kennesaw practice, I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Kennesaw men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be…
What is a Sleep Study?
If you’ve done any research on sleep apnea, you may know that it must be diagnosed by a medical doctor. What type of doctor diagnoses sleep apnea? As it turns out, there are quite a few specialties. This is from the American Sleep Apnea Association: Sleep specialists come from a variety of medical backgrounds. They…
Gummy Smile?
Many Kennesaw cosmetic dentistry patients with a gummy smile undergo crown lengthening surgery to bring proper balance and symmetry to their smiles. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe procedure that does not affect a healthy tooth structure. A…
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has an important job. It safeguards the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum…
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…
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry in Kennesaw, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth, but also with how it affects your complete physical health and general well-being. This post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to anyone with diabetes as well those who…
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry in Kennesaw, we provide gum disease treatment. If gum infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the…
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Did you know that the most prevalent cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? The good news from Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry in Kennesaw is that gum disease is easy to treat, if detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are important, but there are warning signs for gum disease that everyone should be…
