Beyond an oral hygiene daily routine, you also need to make sure that you're practicing several methods to eliminate the risks associated with oral accidents and injuries. However, oral accidents may continue to occur even if you do all steps correctly, so you need to have a preparation plan in place in case of an emergency. If you continually suffer... read more »
Do you want a top-notch smile and oral health? If so, you need to do everything you can to keep your teeth and gums in the best shape possible. That means you need to clean and care for them regularly as well as avoid dental injuries. To help you avoid dental injuries, our dentists, Drs. Pipkin and Zechmann, have the... read more »
Mouthwash is a beneficial oral hygiene tool that can help you have the strong and healthy teeth and gums you need for a top-notch smile and oral health. If you don’t know much about mouthwash in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, you have come to the right blog. Today, our dentist, Dr. Stephen Craig Thomas, is happy to teach you a... read more »
One of the most often asked questions at the dental office is, "Are you flossing daily?" If you answer with an emphatic "Yes!" your dentist will be so happy that he may just leap from his chair and dance a lively jig. That's because not enough people consistently floss and your dentist is used to hearing the word "no" a... read more »
Your teeth are coated in an incredibly strong substance known as tooth enamel that is more durable than even the bones in your jaw. However, this doesn’t mean that tooth enamel is invulnerable; it can be worn away over time by bacteria and acids and is gone for good once it disappears. To keep itself strong, tooth enamel experiences a... read more »
Even though your teeth are strong and firmly attached to your mouth, a strong blow to the face can pack enough force to dislodge a tooth from its socket. We may recommend a dental bridge to replace a knocked-out tooth and maintain your beautiful smile. If the natural tooth can be preserved, we may be able to place it back... read more »
Are you at risk for dental erosion? If so, it means you are susceptible to cavities. If left untreated, you can develop infections that lead to tooth loss. Thus, it is essential to make sure you're taking the necessary steps to ensure cavity prevention is present in your everyday life. In order to make sure your teeth are protected against... read more »
Do you enjoy snacking on almonds? If so, we’ve got some awesome news for you! Almonds are an awesome, tooth-healthy snack. Here are some reasons we’ve put together explaining why almonds are so awesome for your teeth and what you can do to allow them to help boost your oral health: Almonds are very easy to snack on, just as... read more »
Flossing between your teeth once a day is vital for a healthy smile free from plaque and oral debris between the teeth and gums. Along with brushing twice a day for two minutes, as recommended by the American Dental Association—lowers your risk of gum disease and tooth decay harming your smile. Fortunately, you have a wide variety of interdental flossers... read more »
If you would like to improve your oral health through a smile makeover, a tooth restoration or replacement via cosmetic dentistry is in order. Cosmetic dentistry functions to drastically improve your smile for the look you desire. In many situations, tooth prosthetics and restorations that are used can cosmetically enhance your smile and can also improve the function of your... read more »