Dental night guards are usually recommended for patients who suffer from nighttime tooth grinding, also known as bruxism. According to the American Dental Association, bruxism affects around 10-15% Americans, so it’s a pretty common problem. While night guards are typically the treatment of choice for bruxism patients, our dental office… Read More…
While we always recommend visiting your dentist at least every six months, there are times when people fall out of the habit and miss a few appointments. Oftentimes a move to a new city or even a fear of the dentist can make it all too easy to pass on… Read More…
You may have seen us mention the danger of metal fillings (we call them amalgam fillings) in our social media posts or even heard us mention it during an exam at your Georgetown dental office. Even though our office is GreenDoc Gold-Certified, believe it or not, the environment isn’t the… Read More…
Dental fillings are an incredibly common type of dental restoration used to treat cavities and decay. In fact, nearly 91% of Americans between 20 and 64 have at least one dental filling. While dental fillings are strong and can last for many, many years, there are still some things that… Read More…
Nobody ever wants to experience the pain and discomfort of a toothache. But the truth is, toothaches can happen to anyone, and they can come without warning. While the best way to treat a toothache is to see your dentist in Georgetown as quickly as you can, there are some… Read More…
Caring for your smile may seem as simple as brushing and flossing every day and visiting our dental office in Georgetown twice a year. While those things are certainly important for oral health, there are some common misconceptions out ther. if followed, can either damage your smile or make your… Read More…
Sometimes it can be tricky to tell if you need to call or come to our dental office in Georgetown when something is “off” with your teeth. Other times, it’s pretty evident that you need to see us right away when you’re experiencing a dental emergency. We thought we’d dedicate… Read More…
If you’ve just moved to our area, or if you happen to be looking for a new Georgetown dental office, you made have heard through the grapevine that we are different than most. We’d like to show you how different we really are by describing what an initial visit is… Read More…
Starting from when you were just a little child, you were taught about the importance of brushing and flossing your teeth. You might not have realized it at the time, but this was your official introduction into the world of dental hygiene and oral health care. Your Georgetown dentist can… Read More…