As you stand over your sink and ponder the frayed bristles of your number one toothbrush, you may speculate whether you should replace it. Hopefully, we are all brushing our teeth on a daily basis. And we hope parents are helping their children brush daily. Like a good pair of jeans, it seems the more…
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….
When you go to your drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or another oral care product, be sure that the product you select shows the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Today, we look at 4 ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your…
Sometimes Kennesaw residents research their mechanic or hairdresser more thoroughly than their dental professional. Shouldn’t your dental care be far more important than the condition of your car or the style of your hair? At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry, we love to answer questions about all facets of dentistry. For instance, you may have questions…
At Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry, we enjoy providing guidance on oral health. We know that optimal dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. When patients are in need of a dental procedure such as a filling or a crown, we take…
Let’s describe the similarities and differences between a general dentist and an oral surgeon. Undergraduate Studies To start, you need a four-year undergraduate degree. Few dental schools require a specific undergraduate degree, but many aspiring dentists major in a scientific field such as biology, chemistry, or anatomy. How Do You Get Into Dental School? To…
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…
Our teeth work hard and are continuously under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Sadly, enamel erosion is extremely common, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some…
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,…
Hi. I’m Doctor Russell Anderson. Welcome to my Kennesaw dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the Kennesaw, Acworth, and Shiloh areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth – a…
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