Having an abscessed tooth in Georgetown means you’re struggling with pain, discomfort, and a disruption to your everyday life that’s unnecessary and can be unbearable. How did it get to this point? Let’s take a look and talk about coming to Trade Winds Dental where a meeting with Dr. Derek… Read More…
Today, you can thank your Georgetown dentist because we’re going to set some things straight about the causes of misaligned teeth. Let’s face it, we all know that mouths and teeth come in all shapes and sizes, with numerous reasons your teeth may grow crooked, twisted, gapped, or overlapped. The… 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…
Maybe you’re on it. Or perhaps someone in your family follows it. Whatever your connection, the keto diet has become increasingly popular as the years go by. We’re sure you know or have heard of someone who has lost weight. But your Georgetown dentist was wondering: How does the keto… Read More…
You know that it’s best to brush twice a day and floss once, but do you rinse after? Your Georgetown dentist generally recommends a mouthwash or rinse to give your teeth a good polish and final clean. Why? Because it helps to ensure your mouth is extra fresh because it… Read More…
Since your Georgetown dentist is no Gordon Ramsey, we’re not in the business of giving any top tips for the perfect turkey and stuffing. However, as you know we do know a thing or two about teeth. So, we thought it would be a good idea to take this special… Read More…
We’ve been programmed to believe that the whiter a smile is, the healthier it is. However, this isn’t always the case. In fact, your dentist in Georgetown wants you to know that there is such a thing as a too-white smile, and a smile that’s over-bleached can actually lead to… Read More…
Kissing our loved ones is probably one of the best ways to show them that we care. But did you know that kissing can help us in other ways, too? Sharing a smooch can release endorphins in our brains and make us feel happier. It can also exercise our facial… Read More…
There are many misconceptions about oral health. One of the more common misconceptions is that plaque and tartar are the same things and that the terms can be used interchangeably. While this isn’t completely false, it is a bit misleading and something that your dentist in Georgetown wants to clear… Read More…
Having dental work isn’t like other procedures where you can eat whatever you want afterward. In fact, it can be difficult to find something you can easily eat after dental treatment. Whether you’re recovering from oral surgery, a dental implant placement, a root canal, or even a filling and are… Read More…