by University General Dentists Team Member | Oct 11, 2021 | Dentistry, Patient Safety and Wellness, Pediatric Dentistry
Fall is upon us, and Halloween is right around the corner! Halloween is a day full of fun costumes, scary movies, and, of course, mountains of candy. While your neighborhood dentist may not be so excited about the upcoming holiday, your children are! Help your...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Sep 27, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Smile Makeovers
Veneers and crowns are two types of restorative solutions that can be used to save your smile. They can both improve the appearance and function of your teeth. Because they seem to provide the same benefits, many people assume that veneers and crowns are the same...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Sep 6, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry
Wisdom teeth, or your back molars, are the last adult teeth to emerge in your mouth. Many in the dentistry field think of wisdom teeth as a vestigial organ, like an appendix, for your mouth. They’re there, but you don’t need them for your daily life. You can live the...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 19, 2021 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
Temporomandibular Joint disorder is a big mouthful, so we call it TMJ disorder for short. This muscle disorder occurs when the nerves in the muscles on either side of your head become exposed due to an improper bite, teeth grinding, and/or stress. It is incredibly...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 7, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
Stress has become a major problem in today’s society, especially lately with all the uncertainties that have revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic, economic pressures, politics, and a growing abundance of health concerns. This past year, you’ve likely felt more stress...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 16, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
These days, drinking straws are very widely used. When you get a drink out and about, a straw can give you an easy, sanitary way to drink your beverage. At most restaurants, drinks automatically come with a straw, and many people are also choosing to purchase reusable...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 8, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry
We’re all learning more and more about how consuming large amounts of sugar can wreak havoc on your overall health. And if you’ve ever visited a dentist, you’ve heard how sugar can be devastating to your teeth and oral health. But with all these warnings, have you...
by University General Dentists Team Member | May 25, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentistry
For many, the thought of just going to the dentist for a regular checkup and cleaning is enough to set them a little on edge. For those considering oral surgery, like dental implants, it can be paralyzing. If this sounds like you or someone you know, don’t let fear be...
by University General Dentists Team Member | May 20, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
The mention of a root canal evokes fear and dread in most dental patients, with visions of swollen, puffy cheeks and extreme tooth pain. In movies and TV even the phrase root canal is accompanied by dramatic moans and drawn expressions. The truth is, today’s root...
by University General Dentists Team Member | May 17, 2021 | Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
East Tennessee is a wonderful place to live. The stunning Smoky Mountains, the beautiful lakes, football Saturdays, and time spent in the great cities across our area are just a few of the everyday things that make living here so perfect. However, East Tennessee is...