Tips From Your Family Dentist in Paducah

One of the main concerns we have for expectant mothers is what we call pregnancy gingivitis. Around 40% of pregnant women have some form of gum disease–gingivitis being the first stage. Because of raised hormone levels during pregnancy, you may be more sensitive to...

How to Prepare for Your First Dentist Appointment You probably did your homework to choose your new dentist. It’s a good idea to make sure you’ve got the basics down before your appointment. Know the address and route you intend to take and prepare to arrive early....

Scientists are continually looking for new ways to improve oral care products, and using microbeads in toothpaste used to be a popular method of adding abrasive qualities to the product. Now that microbeads are going to be banned, you can rest assured that you can...

This may seem like a common-sense question.  Maybe not.  When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush? We throw out expired foods, restock vitamins and supplements, and replace our beauty products often, but when it comes to health and beauty, it’s...

Good oral hygiene results in a mouth that looks and smells healthy. This means: • Your teeth are clean and free of debris • Gums are pink and do not hurt or bleed when you brush or floss • Bad breath is not a constant problem If your gums do hurt or bleed while...

Are you searching for a gentler way to achieve a bright smile—even on the those hard to reach molars? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Several foods like raw vegetables and fresh fruits contain key ingredients that shield teeth from decay and combat...

Anyone who’s seen the classic movie Annie can tell you: You’re never fully dressed without a smile. In fact, your smile isn’t just an indication of if you’re happy or not. An intensive study on smiling says that smiles aren’t just an expression of a feeling. Instead,...

Braces, third molars, facial appearance and bad breath are just a few new things for your teenagers to worry about as they make the transition from childhood to adulthood. Because kids are busy with school, jobs, sports and social activities, — plus eating a lot of...

It’s not easy to stay healthy during the holidays. Sweets seem to appear everywhere you go, and with all of the present-wrapping and card-writing, there’s not much time to devote to you and your family’s health and well-being. Here are a few tips for keeping your...

It’s that time of year again. Christmas lights everywhere, trees up in all the windows, stockings hung by the chimney with care, and holiday music playing in just about every store. There are even radio stations broadcasting continuous holiday music, making it a...