If you’re in pursuit of the perfect white smile, you may think that the only option when it comes to fillings are white fillings. And while white fillings (otherwise known as composite fillings) are indeed an ideal solution for filling small cavities, they do have some disadvantages when used in other applications. The first of…
What’s the number one question we hear patients ask us? Without a doubt it’s, “My teeth feel fine. Why do I need a dental check-up?” But when we hear this question, we think of the hundreds of patients we see each year that have put off their check-up until it’s too late and they are…
If you’ve noticed issues with your gums, such as bleeding, inflammation/tenderness, or recession, you could be experiencing the early stages of periodontal disease. It’s important to receive treatment promptly from one of our locations of A Smile 4 U in Georgia or Mississippi to restore the health of your gums. Failing to address the issue…
Dental crowns are a common dental procedure performed at all of our A Smile 4 You locations in Georgia and Mississippi. They are mainly used to save a tooth from being extracted, restoring its appearance and function. Here are a few common ways dental crowns are used. Repair teeth The outermost layer of teeth is…
So, you’ve been experiencing pain in your mouth from an infection in a tooth and you may be wondering if it can be ignored or if you need to see a dentist. Why You Should Never Put Off Good Oral Health Postponing good oral health can lead to emergency dentistry and result in things such…
Utilizing the latest in advanced orthodontic technology, the Motion Appliance ensures a fast, effective, and aesthetic first phase treatment to help you achieve a winning smile. When you kickstart your orthodontic care with the Motion Appliance, your overall treatment time is reduced, which means less time in braces. Recommended use and care instructions for your…
As we age, the shape of our mouth changes. Unfortunately, this usually causes dentures that once fit to no longer match the contours of your mouth. In order to keep your dentures fit snuggly to your mouth, you can get a denture reline. AN EXPLANATION OF DENTURE RELINE A denture reline is the reshaping of…
Not everyone who has braces made the decision to seek orthodontic treatment for cosmetic reasons; the vast majority seek treatment because they are having pain, problems chewing, or difficulty speaking. What do you need to know to decide if orthodontic treatment would benefit you? Analyzing the following list of orthodontic disorders should help you to…
Many may not know this, but tooth enamel is single-handedly the toughest tissue in the human body. Tooth enamel is an extremely important part of the tooth as it helps protect it from damage that can be caused by chomping, biting, grinding, and crunching. Enamel also acts as an insulator to protect the teeth from…
In the same way that you might put on a heavy winter jacket, once the last few months of the year come around, it’s important to protect your teeth from winter weather. One might ask themselves, what exactly does that mean? In the following article, we will discuss a few ways that your teeth are…
The prospect of going to the dentist isn’t exciting for adults- so how can we expect our children to feel any different? What can we do to make the experience more pleasant for them, short of bribing them into good behavior with completely counterproductive sweet treats? Something that can ease the process is seeking out…
No one likes to hear their dentist mention the word “surgery.” The truth is, though, that oral surgery is common, and doesn’t always imply a big scary operation. Let’s debunk 5 oral surgery myths. Myth 1: All Oral Surgeries Are Painful FACT: With nearly all oral surgeries, administration of sedatives during the procedure is routine.…