Our thanks go out to the readers of the Montgomery Advertiser. Our practice has won the best dentist category this year for Montgomery, and Elmore/Autauga counties for the third year in a row.
Publix wants to help you with your health-care costs, so we’re happy to pass along this information. Publix may be able to give you a great deal on certain generic antibiotics we often prescribe. New or current customers: bring in your prescription for one of the generic oral antibiotics listed below to your neighborhood Publix [...]
What do I need to know about dry mouth? Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while–if they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems. Dry Mouth… can cause difficulties in [...]
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars are the last teeth to erupt. This occurs usually between the ages of 17 and 25. There remains a great deal of controversy regarding whether or not these teeth need to be removed. It is generally suggested that teeth that remain completely buried or un-erupted in a normal [...]
I recently noticed a white patch in my mouth that won’t seem to go away. Should I be concerned? Any mouth sore that persists for more than a week should be examined by your dentist. Leukoplakia is a thick, whitish-color patch that forms on the cheeks, gums or tongue and is caused by excess cell [...]
I don’t play football or hockey. Do I need a mouth protector? Anyone who participates in a sport that carries a significant risk of injury should wear a mouth protector. This includes a wide range of sports like basketball, baseball, gymnastics, and volleyball. Mouth protectors, which typically cover the upper teeth, can cushion a blow [...]
While snorers often do not seem to suffer from snoring themselves (excluding Sleep Apnea Disorder), their spouse and children are often repeatedly disturbed during their sleep cycles. Unfortunately, left untreated, snoring can produce tensions and even animosity among family members. Today, however, thanks to extensive research and documented effectiveness, an affordable, custom made SILENT NIGHT [...]
The following information from the American Dental Association corrects much of the misinformation about silver-colored fillings known as amalgam. Myth: Dental amalgam causes numerous health problems. Fact: Not true. You should feel very secure that the many organizations responsible for protecting the public’s health have said time and time again that amalgam fillings are safe. [...]
What causes bad breath? What you eat affects the air you exhale. Certain foods, such as garlic and onions, contribute to objectionable breath odor. Once the food is absorbed into the bloodstream, it is transferred to the lungs, where it is expelled. Brushing, flossing and mouthwash will only mask the odor temporarily. Odors continue until [...]
Baby Bottle Tooth Decay (BBTD) is caused by prolonged contact with almost any liquid other than water. This can happen from putting her to bed with a bottle of formula, milk, juice, soft drinks, sugar water, sugared drinks, etc. Allowing her to suck on a bottle or breastfeed for longer than a mealtime, either when [...]
