It’s important to brush and floss your teeth every day to maintain good oral health. But what does it mean when your gums hurt afterward? Is it normal for gums to be sore or even bleed while flossing or shortly after flossing? Let’s check in with your dentist in Kennesaw to see just what may…
Every June is recognized as National Migraine & Headache Awareness Month and serves to increase awareness of migraines and headaches, as well as to recognize them as truly neurological diseases that are often debilitating. But what, exactly, is your dentist in Kennesaw doing talking about a neurological disease? Aren’t dentists only focused on oral health?…
We all know that your dentist in Kennesaw really dislikes sugar. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to pass up treating yourself to something sweet. While we’re all pretty familiar with the numerous sugar substitutes available to us, we want to pay particular attention to one that may actually benefit your oral health…
According to the CDC, 1 in 13 Americans has asthma. That’s nearly 25 million Americans who have this chronic disease that affects the respiratory system, resulting in difficulty breathing, wheezing, and chest pain. The most common treatment to combat the symptoms of asthma is the use of an inhaler. However, these devices full of life-saving…
As we’re all adjusting to this temporary new way of living and the #stayathome life, your dentist in Kennesaw wants to remind you to not only focus on taking care of your overall health but also your oral health. The truth is, since our oral health plays a key role in our overall health, the…
You’ve probably heard your dentist in Kennesaw talk about just how important it is to have a dental cleaning and checkup at least twice a year. But why are these regular visits so important? After all, you brush your teeth every day. Isn’t that enough? The truth is, even if you practice great dental hygiene…
National Nutrition Month, which is celebrated every March, strives to help Americans better understand how eating right can help keep them healthy. While it’s certainly true that what we eat affects our overall health, your dentist in Kennesaw wants you to know that our food choices also play a key role in our oral health. …
When we talk about a proper oral hygiene routine (and we sure do talk about it a lot!), we often put most of the focus on caring for your teeth. While brushing and flossing your teeth are important parts of maintaining a healthy mouth, there’s one part of your hygiene routine your dentist in Kennesaw…
Have you ever found yourself laying in bed, trying to get comfortable, and you randomly think, “where am I supposed to rest my tongue?” Surprisingly, this is a very real and very common thought many people have but may not share. If you’re one of those people, you’re in luck because your dentist in Kennesaw…
Having sensitive teeth is an all too common problem that’s not only annoying… but painful, too. The shooting zings of pain when you eat something hot or cold can be unbearable. So what exactly can you do to help ease the pain of sensitive teeth? Let’s check in with your dentist in Kennesaw. Causes of…
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