One controversial dental topic today is whether to brush with baking soda or not. Some believe baking soda is very effective for cleaning the smile while others believe baking soda is unnecessary and even harmful for the smile. Today, our dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, would like to help you decide which side you’re on by giving you the pros... read more »

Are you searching for a way to relieve your inflamed and swollen gums? If so, you have come to the right blog! Our dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, has the tips you need. Now, because inflamed gums are a symptom of gum disease (along with many other causes), it’s best to begin relieving your discomfort by calling our dental office... read more »

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria causes plaque to materialize on your teeth and creates acid which breaks down your tooth enamel. Tooth decay can lead to serious dental problems, such as dental caries (holes in your teeth), gum disease or abscesses. Tooth decay happens in small ways every single day. That’s why it’s so important to fight it and prevent... read more »

A dental veneer is a great solution for a minor tooth problem. Veneers are very thin shells often made of porcelain that are designed and colored to perfectly match your smile. They can be used to conceal chips and stains, and close the gap between teeth that are unevenly spaced. To apply a veneer, your dentist will remove a small... read more »

While your child is ecstatic about trick-or-treating, their smile is terrified. This is because Halloween is a night of countless amounts of sugary treats and numerous threats from enamel erosion and tooth decay. Now, it’s OK if your child trick-or-treats, but it’s important to do all you can to ensure a healthy Halloween smile so you and your child don’t... read more »

Did you know that numerous studies have been done documenting the benefits of breastfeeding for your oral health? In fact, numerous studies have even shown that breastfeeding can help lower or completely eradicate your child's risk for numerous oral health ailments, conditions, irregularities, and illnesses. Although baby bottle tooth decay is an extremely common ailment that affects children, breastfeeding lowers... read more »

Cancer is a severe health condition that can strike at any age and any moment. In the United States, over 40,000 people will be analyzed and diagnosed with oral cancer each year. If you notice any irregularities in your oral health, get a screening as soon as possible, as the sooner cancer is detected the more likely you are to... read more »

When your gum tissue becomes infected, usually due to unsuitable care, it is referred to as periodontal disease or gum disease. If it is not treated, by its advanced stages it can ultimately lead to the loss of teeth. Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an oral health issue that results from an infection of your gums, often attributed... read more »

If you need to replace a missing tooth, modern advances in technology have allowed a terrific array of tooth like substitutions to come into being that can serve you well for many years to come. The best smiles are possible with tooth replacement care. Facts about tooth replacement treatments include: - Dentures: Dentures are easily removable tooth replacement services that... read more »

Did you know that your tooth enamel is made of compacted crystals? Its inherent strength provides the perfect material to chew your food and protect against tooth decay. However, when you eat and drink acidic foods and beverages or fail to practice good oral hygiene, your tooth enamel can gradually deteriorate. As time goes on, this process can leave your... read more »