Tips From Your Family Dentist in Paducah

Primary teeth, or baby teeth, are very important to a child’s physical, emotional, and social development. Here are five reasons why baby teeth should be taken care of just as we take care of our permanent (adult) teeth.

Preventing is always better than curing — and that goes for preventive dentistry too. Prevention saves time and money!

Everyone wants bright and dazzling teeth, and no one wants to be remembered for their pearly yellows. When you have stained or yellow teeth, it can be challenging to feel confident or empowered by your smile. Luckily, professional teeth whitening by Dr. Ben Johnson at...

Tooth loss does more than impact the appeal of your smile, especially if you lose your front tooth. It affects your ability to eat and chew properly, as well as how you communicate. It may also lead to confidence issues and low self-esteem. Missing teeth can lead to a...

As we begin to move out of the recent pandemic, you and your children are likely starting to get more involved in athletics, sports and exercise again, One thing you should consider is an athletic mouthguard. Your teeth can last for a lifetime with the right care,...

Teenagers can be tough on their teeth. They may be so busy with school, jobs, sports and social activities that they don't find time to brush. They also tend to eat a lot of junk food. Combine the two and you've got a situation ripe for tooth decay. Not surprisingly,...

No matter how you try to avoid it, flossing your teeth is an essential part of a good oral hygiene regimen. Or at least it should be. In the past, you’ve been advised to brush at least twice each day for a healthy mouth, but that’s only the beginning. We now know that...

Children need to brush their teeth twice a day –once in the morning and once after dinner. Ensure that they're brushing the inside and outside surfaces thoroughly to dislodge any bacteria. Squirt a small amount of toothpaste onto a soft children's toothbrush and begin...

When your tooth is infected or diseased, it may seem like pulling it is the easy choice, especially if you’re in pain. But not so fast! Having that tooth pulled may be the easy choice, but it may not be the best choice. Most people are unaware of the benefits of...

Every day, more people quit smoking, join a gym or start eating healthier. And although it's important to be conscious of the type of food you consume, you shouldn't overlook the beverages you drink as well. Not only are some loaded with hidden calories, but they do a...