This is the time of year when people reflect on the many things for which they are grateful. While your general health may be on the list, have you considered your oral health specifically? A healthy smile is not to be taken for granted. It takes time and care to achieve and maintain good oral …
When your body’s defense system is weakened, it is more susceptible to germs. Your mouth contains a huge number of germs that can cause serious infections. This is why it is said that a human bite is the most serious bite of all animals. Oral health is important at all times, but even more so …
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There are a variety of memes about smiling: giving them away, sharing them with others and brightening someone’s day. There are proven health benefits from smiling that make it a practice you may want to adopt if you haven’t already. Lower Your Blood Pressure Smiling and laughter can lower your blood pressure and help reduce …
The wisdom teeth are the last four teeth to erupt. They usually make their appearance during the final teen years or early 20s. These molars are often a source of pain and discomfort. They are notorious for coming in crooked, erupting partway or coming up partially underneath the second molars. The vast majority of people …
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While there is a growing emphasis on preventative dentistry and a greater awareness of dental-related conditions, most individuals are not sure when and if they need emergency dental care. What’s more, dental emergencies seem to happen at the most unsuspecting times and places. In any case, the team at Kennesaw Mountain Dental Associates wants you …
While it’s considered normal to emit an unpleasant odor first thing in the morning, and understandable to have bad breath following a spicy meal, chronic bad breath is a persistent condition that does not go away. In other words, it doesn’t matter how much one brushes their teeth, or if he or she uses mouthwash. …
As a gap or space between teeth, a Diastema is most often noticed between the two front teeth, though it can develop anywhere in the mouth. Thus, while a space between a child’s two front teeth may naturally close once his or her permanent teeth emerge, there are some cases in which the gap remains. …
When a tooth is abscessed, whether due to decay, disease or injury, it is an infected tooth. Most likely, bacteria from an oral or dental health condition has invaded the area below the tooth, and has caused the pulp to become damaged. As pus builds up at the tip of the tooth’s root, a periapical …
When a tooth has been damaged by decay, dental professionals restore teeth back to their normal shape and function with a dental filling. In essence, the dentist begins by removing the decayed portion of a tooth. Next, he or she cleans the area of infection before filling it with a protective material. The purpose of …
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Providing a seal of protection around teeth, healthy gum tissues are important to obtaining good oral health. Thus, when individuals complain of itchy gums, they may wonder if they should be concerned. The truth is, there are many reasons for itchy gums, and though they may point to gum disease, the only way to be …
Andrew CandlerHave been going here for about 2 years and absolutely love this group of professionals. Dr Contractor is great and Kasey is amazing!
Mira FigueiraI enjoyed my experience at this dentist office. They are always friendly and extremely helpful. Dr. Contractor is a nice guy and he knows what he is doing.
Debra BensonDr. Contractor and his staff are consistently friendly and helpful. Their knowledge and skills make for a visit to the dentist much less stressful.
Vince AlbachiaroBest Dentist and staff ever! Took a great interest in me and helped me navigate my dental needs during and after cancer treatments.
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