Augusta University HealthPatients ask how to get their teeth whiter, more than almost any other dental procedure, say dentists. Most of us may worry about stains from coffee, wine or even tobacco use. But...
Jaw popping, clicking, or grinding? It may be more than an annoyance. Many of us might hear our jaws click or pop when we eat, chew gum or otherwise use our jaw muscles. And it’s...
Still rinsing your mouth after you brush your teeth? It may seem like a strange question, but many dental experts say that no rinsing’s actually needed. Yes, really. Before you...
It’s what we all want. According to Dr. Van Haywood, a dentist at the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, “How can I make my teeth whiter?” is the question he’s most...
Here’s a little fact you might wish you could unlearn: Bacterial plaque—that soft furry material that can lead to cavities and gum disease—starts forming on your teeth almost...
When school-aged children start to lose their baby teeth, parents begin to wonder when the time is right to consult with an orthodontist. Eladio DeLeon Jr., DMD, MS, Marvin C...
“I don’t have time for flossing.” “When I floss, my gums bleed, and it hurts!” We’ve all heard the response to these common excuses: “You know...
While it brings much joy and excitement, being a healthy expecting mother requires a lot of work. Regular doctor visits, physical changes and preparing for the new person in your...