The JSA Dental Care Blog
Practical oral-health advice, treatment guides and smile tips from our McDonough dental team.
November 30, 2018
Is a Family Dentist Right for Your Kids?
Proper dental care is vitally important for every member of your family. Children should begin visiting a dentist as soon as their first tooth erupts, which in most…
Read article →November 16, 2018
What Does General Dentistry Include?
You might think that the point of going to your general dentist is for cleanings and maybe an occasional filling. But you are wrong if you believe that’s all your…
Read article →November 9, 2018
Oral Cancer Explained
Most people have friends or family who have had to deal with the disease cancer in some area of the body. Cancer can be described as uncontrollable cell growth that…
Read article →November 2, 2018
How Dental Implants Changed Dentures Forever
If you’ve been wearing dentures for a while, you may have some complaints. They might fit poorly and shift or click when you talk or eat. Poor fit can lead to…
Read article →October 26, 2018
Corrective Jaw Surgery
Oral surgery to correct problems with the jaw is known as orthognathic surgery. Jaw issues can result from birth defects, changes due to growth, or injury or trauma…
Read article →October 19, 2018
Whitening Your Teeth at Home
If you have to think twice about smiling because you’re embarrassed about your yellowed teeth, then it’s time to do something about it. You might consider having…
Read article →October 12, 2018
How to Know You Need Root Canal Therapy
Tooth decay that is allowed to become severe can cause extensive damage to your tooth, even resulting in tooth loss if not treated. Sometimes symptoms are present…
Read article →October 5, 2018
When Are Removable Prosthodontics Recommended?
If your teeth are badly damaged from decay or facial trauma, or if you have several missing teeth, your dentist may recommend removable prosthodontics to solve your…
Read article →September 28, 2018
Debunking the Myths about Root Canal Treatment
One of the most misunderstood procedures in dentistry is root canal treatment. If your dentist recommends this procedure, you might be quick to turn to the internet…
Read article →September 21, 2018
The Basics of Kids Dental Care
Many children aren’t excited about seeing the dentist, either as a result of comments others have made or the idea of an unknown experience. Dental visits are…
Read article →September 14, 2018
Benefits of Hybrid Dentures
Have you lost all or most of your teeth due to damage, disease or decay and don’t find traditional removable dentures an attractive option? Implant-supported hybrid…
Read article →September 7, 2018
Choosing a General Dentist
Don’t put off choosing a general dentist until an emergency forces you to seek care from any dentist you can find. A better choice is to select the right dentist…
Read article →August 31, 2018
Reasons to Consider Dentures
Most of the time, the idea of dentures brings to mind elderly people who are missing a mouthful of teeth. The truth is that dentures are not just for old folks, but…
Read article →August 24, 2018
Tips about Receding Gums
Receding gums not only look unattractive, they can harm your health. If you notice that your gums are receding, ask your dentist for help so that you can reverse…
Read article →August 17, 2018
Foods that Contribute to Whiter Teeth
It’s part of life that your teeth will likely become dull and yellowed as you age and consume foods that contribute to teeth staining. However, you don’t have to go…
Read article →August 10, 2018
Making Dental Hygiene Fun for Kids
In many households, the bedtime routine is no fun. One of the trickiest parts for some parents is getting their kids to brush their teeth. However, it’s not a part…
Read article →August 3, 2018
What Your Teeth Say About Your Health
Your body is a little bit like a puzzle. It gives you clues to help you figure out what’s going on within your body. Did you know your mouth can give you hints…
Read article →July 27, 2018
An Overview of Root Canal Treatment
Sometimes a tooth is so severely damaged that the only way to save it is with root canal treatment. There is no reason to turn and run if your dentist advises this…
Read article →July 20, 2018
Dealing with Common Dental Problems
If you have a dental emergency, for example a knocked out tooth or jaw injury, contact your dentist in McDonough right away for care. Quite often dental problems…
Read article →July 13, 2018
Best Foods for a Beautiful Smile
Most people are well aware certain foods are bad for teeth, but did you know some are very good for oral health? Listed below are just a few of the foods that could…
Read article →July 6, 2018
Teeth Whitening: Quit Living with a Discolored Smile
You’re not the only one if you feel like your smile has become dull and yellowed. This happens to nearly everyone, and it is the most common complaint that people…
Read article →June 29, 2018
Enhancing Your Smile with Teeth Whitening
Your smile is a noticeable part of your appearance, and yellow dingy teeth can leave a negative impression on others. Most people have to work at having a bright…
Read article →June 22, 2018
Nail Biting: A Habit Worth Breaking
Most people who bite their nails wish they didn’t do it. If you’re a nail biter, you probably know that it spreads germs and leaves your nails looking unattractive.…
Read article →June 15, 2018
Oral Surgery: Removing Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars and the last adult teeth to erupt into the mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, two on the bottom and two on top.…
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