There are numerous known accidents and injuries in our lives that can easily damage our teeth and gums, erasing decades of work that we provide for our mouth. To help reduce the likelihood of dental damage from occuring, there are various treatments that can be done. However, if you do ever suffer from an oral accident, you may need to... read more »
Few things induce panic like a knocked-out tooth. Of course, there is trauma from the accident that dislodged the tooth, but there is also pain, perhaps blood, along with concerns about one’s appearance. People may wonder if they will have to go through life without a tooth and if they can get to the dentist in time. If you have... read more »
If you ever have the flu or a cold, you know how difficult it is to function properly. Even getting up and walking to the fridge for a drink can be an arduous process. However, it is important that you maintain your oral health care when you are sick. If left untreated, you can do severe dental damage to your... read more »
Are you a tennis player? If so, your season is just beginning. If you want to maintain a top-notch smile and oral health during tennis season, it’s important to keep your teeth and gums in mind. Unfortunately, there are many habits and behaviors that can harm the smile while you play tennis. Our dentist, Dr. Brent D Pulley, encourages you... read more »
An often-undetected disorder that can easily arise in your mouth is damage to your pulp. Microscopic damage to your tooth enamel may create a crevice in which bacteria can enter the tooth and damage it permanently. If this should happen, it is necessary to visit your dentist for a root canal therapy to remove the pulp and clean and seal... read more »
Have you ever wished you could have a much brighter smile? According to studies, 96% of all adults believe a whiter smile can make a person much more attractive. Furthermore, white smiles have even been linked to career success. In order to take your teeth to a level beyond traditional brushing and flossing, teeth whitening treatments can be administered. If... read more »
As the Halloween season lingers in the air, the time is now to set forth a plan to keep your teeth and gums safe against the hidden dangers found within. Not only can ghouls and goblins scare you out of your wits, but the treats you eat can spook your smile with quite the scare. If you are not careful,... read more »