Tips From Your Family Dentist in Paducah

No matter how conscientious you are about your oral care routine, at some point in your life you will probably experience the discomfort of a toothache. Though a cavity is the most likely culprit, it is only one of several possible causes of toothaches. Tooth...

The thought of ice cream or hot soup may be appetizing for most people, but it's cringe-worthy for those who have sensitive teeth. Fortunately, there is no need to suffer in silence. Teeth may become sensitive for different reasons. At Johnson Family Dental in...

Fluoride is a natural mineral found throughout the earth's crust and widely distributed in nature. Some foods and water supplies contain fluoride. Fluoride is often added to drinking water to help reduce tooth decay. In the 1930s, researchers found that people who...

Encouraging children to look after their teeth can sometimes be an uphill battle. Here are some oral health tips that encourage better dental care in kids. Tooth-Friendly Food Fruit, vegetables, cheese, lean meat and nuts are better for teeth than cookies, candy and...

Halitosis, more commonly known as bad breath, is an embarrassing hygiene issue that nobody wants to have, but most of us get it now and then. To find out how to cure bad breath, one must understand what causes it in the first place. The mouth is filled with bacteria,...

Brushing your teeth every morning and night doesn't guarantee you're giving your mouth all the attention it needs. Even a regular oral hygiene routine could be leaving gaps if you engage in a few not-so-great habits with your time at the sink. By understanding proper...

More than 50 years ago, examinations of people entering the military showed that Americans' teeth were in pretty bad shape. Few people took good care of their teeth. There were no guidelines for how often you should see a dentist. Many dentists focused on fixing...

Proper flossing removes  plaque  and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach — under the gumline and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, daily flossing is highly recommended. To receive...

Everyone has primary (baby) teeth, and most people (around 60%) experience some level of tooth decay that affects baby teeth. But, baby teeth are temporary, and not as important as adult teeth, right? Wrong. Primary teeth don’t last forever, but they are not...

A healthy mouth absolutely provides us nutrition for the physical body, but more importantly, it also improves our social interaction and encourages self-esteem. Our mouth serves as a “window” to the rest of the body, providing signals of general health diseases. For...