Having cavities is nobody’s goal when it comes to their smile and oral health. You might have a cavity if you are struggling with ongoing tooth sensitivity, pain in a tooth, seeing a hole in the problem tooth or black or white stains on certain teeth. These are symptoms of a potential cavity invading your …
An Untreated Cavity Can Take the Joy Out of Your Smile! Read More »
Do you remember the last time you felt really great about your appearance and yourself? When you took a second to look in the mirror and thought, wow, I look amazing! If you can’t remember the last time that you felt awesome about yourself, maybe it’s time that you do something about it. Here at …
Are you tired of having a smile you are too embarrassed to show because of some smile flaws? If so, you are in the right place! James D. Powell, DDS, PC, and our dental team have great news for you! We offer various cosmetic dentistry treatments to ultimately give you the strong, beautiful, and stunning …
If you have gone through the experience of getting dental implants and you finally feel great about your smile, we are so happy for you! Dental implants are an exceptionally popular tooth restoration option with all the modern dental technology like laser dentistry making their success possible. Thanks to your dental implants, you can once …
These days we are seeing people raving about the use of charcoal toothpaste to clean their teeth, much like their ancestors did (ancient ones going waaaaay back). Currently a popular trend, charcoal toothpaste has a reputation for binding itself to bacteria, tartar, tooth stains and even viruses to keep your smile healthy. As a toothpaste, …
Is Using Charcoal Toothpaste Good for Your Teeth or Your Smile? The Short Answer Is, No! Read More »
If you have ever had something stuck in your teeth or gums, you know how annoying or painful it can be (plus it doesn’t look so great). There are specific ways you should go about removing stuck food particles so that you don’t hurt your teeth and gums in the process. Food particles can get …
What Is the Best Thing You Can Do When You Have Food Stuck Between Your Teeth? Read More »
With fall just around the corner, sports activities are ramping up again making you or your kids vulnerable to oral injury. But sport season means havoc for your dental health in more than one way. So being aware and prepared can help you keep yours and your family’s smile healthy, strong and beautiful. Let’s talk …
Are You or Your Kids Athletes? Important Tips to Keep Your Teeth Read More »
You brush your teeth, you floss them too, and you see your dentist on a regular basis. If you’re taking all of these actions, then you are doing a great job keeping your smile healthy! You get a gold star from us. However, even when you’re following those steps, it doesn’t always counteract habits that …
Avoid These Bad Habits to Prevent Damage to Your Teeth and Gums Read More »
Did you know that having a dry mouth isn’t just an uncomfortable feeling that arises occasionally? Since the mouth is actually designed to be a consistently moisture-rich environment, a dry mouth can have a harmful impact on your oral health. We’re not talking about the random dry mouth that happens when you get nervous or …
Do You Know Why a Dry Mouth Is Bad for Your Dental Health? Read More »
Brushing and flossing daily with the right tools is on of the best ways to keep your teeth clean and cavity-free, but did you know that you can add a little extra protection by watching what you eat and drink? That’s because the foods you eat and the beverages you drink can have an effect …
Which Foods (And Drinks) Should You Avoid If You Want Healthy, Beautiful Teeth? Read More »
