Several significant oral health hazards often arise due to poor oral hygiene methods. If for any reason you are not properly caring for your teeth and gums, you can leave yourself susceptible to tooth decay. Tooth decay arises when your tooth enamel is slowly worn down. To help prevent damage associated with tooth decay, always make sure you're using appropriate... read more »
Have you ever wondered why mouthwash is recommended to use in your daily oral health routine? After all, isn’t flossing and brushing the most important thing to do? Well, you can’t skip brushing and flossing, but you can’t skip mouthwash use, either. It’s a critical part of maintaining great oral health. Today, we’re going to break down exactly how mouthwash... read more »
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. To celebrate, our dentist and team would like to provide some helpful information about oral cancer and encourage you to come in for an oral cancer screening. At our office, oral cancer screenings are performed during routine dental cleaning and exam appointments. What is oral cancer? Oral cancer includes cancers of the lips, inside... read more »
Gum disease is a serious and dangerous dental issue that should be avoided at all costs. Unfortunately, many fail to take proper care of their teeth, gums and smile. When gum disease attacks, it causes swollen and tender gums, bleeding gums, bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, lost teeth and more. To help you know more about gum disease in... read more »
If you are working toward a top-notch oral health, you probably already know to brush your teeth twice a day, floss your teeth once a day, rinse your mouth daily and visit your dentist, Dr. William Robison, every six months for a routine dental cleaning and exam. But did you know there are little things you can do each day... read more »
Today, we are excited to talk about same-day dentistry with E4D technology! Did you know that by using E4D we can create and place your permanent dental crown in just one appointment at Whispering Pines Dental? If you have broken or damaged teeth, you may find that this advanced technology can help you have the smile you want in only... read more »
Your child's baby teeth are typically replaced with their 32 permanent teeth by the time they are around 13 years old. Their permanent teeth will help them speak, bite, and chew throughout properly their adult life. What distinguishes these back teeth are the ridges on the tooth's surface that help them break down food and help them swallow and digest... read more »
Do you think you know all there is to know about flossing? If so, it’s time to find out. Our dentist, Dr. William Robison, is happy to help you test your knowledge by providing a flossing quiz right here in this blog! By taking this quiz, you can learn a thing or two about flossing, which can help you have... read more »
Within dentistry is a condition in which individuals are afraid of or have fears about visiting the dentist. This is known as dental anxiety. If you do suffer from dental anxiety, there are many treatments available to help with the condition and ensure you receive the necessary oral health care treatments. Common treatments associated with dental anxiety include always speaking... read more »
Are you wondering whether there is anything you can do now and in the long term to protect your oral health as you age? You are probably already aware of the importance of brushing your teeth twice a day and visiting the dentist every six months, but there are a number of steps you should take to counteract the effects... read more »