What is Tooth Erosion and How Can You Prevent It?

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Our teeth endure a lot of wear and tear. Not only do we use them to chew multiple times a day, but we also subject them to acidic foods and beverages. You might be surprised at how harsh some of your favorite foods can be on your teeth, from citrus fruits and tomatoes to sodas [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Root Canals from your Alpharetta Dentist

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Our Alpharetta dentist office regularly performs a number of cosmetic and general dentistry procedures, but the one that always seems to strike fear into patients is the dreaded root canal. No matter what you may have heard about this much-maligned dental procedure, rest assured that it is not nearly as bad as you think. In [...]

Oral Cancer Prevention: Is Chewing Tobacco Safer than Smoking?

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At our Alpharetta dentist office, we try to keep our patients informed of the health and wellness issues that can affect their teeth and overall health. We recently shared some information on oral cancer, as well as the dental health consequences of smoking cigarettes. But did you know that chewing tobacco is just as dangerous [...]

Protect Your Teeth with a Mouthguard

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From your adult basketball league to your child’s martial arts class, there’s one piece of safety equipment you are probably neglecting- a mouthguard!  This flexible appliance can be pre-made, mouth-formed, or custom made, providing varying levels of protection for your teeth in the case of trauma. Dental injuries prevented by mouthguards Mouthguards prevent the lower [...]

Quit Smoking and Save Your Teeth

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It’s well known that smoking is bad for your health. In addition to putting you at greater risk for lung cancer and a host of other health issues, smoking causes many dental problems. Dental side effects of smoking include: higher risk of developing oral cancer bad breath discolored teeth more plaque and tartar buildup inflammation of your salivary [...]

Immediate Dentures vs. Conventional Dentures

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There are a number of reasons why you might need dentures. Whether you have lost your teeth due to tooth decay, gum disease, or through an injury, the loss of teeth not only makes your face look older, but can also make it hard to eat and speak. With the help of a caring dentist, [...]

How Alcohol Affects Your Teeth

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Americans consume an average of 4 alcoholic drinks per week, and alcoholism affects up to 18 million adults in the U.S. In addition to a host of other physical problems, alcohol can have a negative effect on your dental health. Read on to learn more about the long term effects of alcohol on your teeth, [...]

8 Steps to Oral Cancer Prevention

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How much do you know about oral cancer? This cancer is less publicized than many others, but it kills 8,000 people a year in the U.S. It also has a higher death rate than many of the more well-known cancers, despite the fact that it is very treatable with early detection. Unfortunately many cases are [...]

The Two Biggest Culprits of Tooth Decay: Plaque and Tartar Formation

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Bacteria love dental plaque and tartar buildup in your mouth. Plaque and tartar create the perfect places for bacteria to grow in the dark moist environment of your mouth. This is why it is important to know what they are and what to do to reduce the formation of plaques and tartar on your teeth. [...]

Not All Dentists Are Created Equally – Dr. Jai Thirumalai for All of Your Oral Care Needs

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Making the assumption that all dentists have the same education, experience and skills is a mistake that can cause you a lot of difficulty. A healthy dose of due diligence in choosing the right family dentist for you will help you to make the right choice as an informed patient. You will need to find [...]