Enhancing your smile means taking care of your teeth as best you can. Not only should you be making the necessary steps to avoid products that can easily destroy your smile, but you need to think about how these hazards can cause dental damage and how to prevent damage from occurring. Only by assessing your oral health and any... read more »
If you suffer from diabetes, your mouth could also be in harm’s way. Did you know that diabetes plans can be enacted strictly for improving your oral health care? Although diabetes only occurs in roughly one and every 10 people within the United States, it can have drastic and dramatic effects and negative consequences on your oral health should the... read more »
A toothache refers to pain that arises when nerves within your pulp, which is located in the roots of your teeth, are damaged. This can be caused by an oral accident or injury, bad oral hygiene, tooth loss including extractions, or an infection. In some instances, the pain may be felt in the mouth, face, ear, and jaw Toothaches usually... read more »
Preparing for oral emergencies is often as critical as the actual treatment is if the worst should ever take place. Even though trivial accidents such as biting your lip may seem inconsequential, they can potentially have lasting effects on your smile and could lead to infections if not addressed quickly. Thus, treat all oral emergencies the same, even ones that... read more »
Have you ever heard of a water flosser? A water flosser, also called an interdental cleaner, was created to enhance your oral health care routine using an alternative method to clean between your teeth. Listed below are a few typical facts about water flossers: - Water flossers, like old-style dental floss, clean between the teeth. The modification is that water... read more »
When you look in the mirror, are you bothered by discolored, misshapen, or damaged teeth? A lot of people are, but many are joining the veneer revolution and finding a new gleam in their grin. Call Letitia M. Williams, DDS, LLC at 334.377.3778 and you can find out if veneers are a good choice for you. Meanwhile, let’s learn a... read more »
If our dentist, Dr. Letitia M. Williams, recommends dentures to rescue your smile from missing teeth, you will want to take good care of them. Whether you have custom-crafted complete dentures or partial dentures, your smile care is just as important to maintain as with your own teeth. To help you look and feel your best while wearing your dentures,... read more »
You are probably aware that there are many things you could try to keep your pearly whites strong. For example, you may know that flossing and brushing your pearly whites should be crucial parts of protecting your teeth. Similarly, you might know that you should schedule two cleanings with our team every year. During these dental appointments, we’ll examine your... read more »
Do you suffer from sensitive teeth? Does drinking or eating hot or cold foods hurt your pearly whites? Are your teeth ever uncomfortable just because it’s freezing outside? Fortunately, there are quite a few things you can try if you’re interested in dealing with sensitive teeth. Your sensitive teeth could be caused by several problems. In fact, if you lose... read more »
One of the most helpful daily oral hygiene habits you should commit to routine is the use of dental floss. Dental floss can reach areas between teeth that brushing often cannot. To ensure your mouth is at its peak oral health and safety, brush at least twice a day and floss at least once per day as well. Here are... read more »