Dental Implants: Your Ideal Tooth Replacement Service
Are you missing any teeth and are looking for healthy and effective enhancements to replace them? Some of the most common services for tooth replacements include dentures, bridges, and dental implants. Dental implants often serve as the most permanent solution for missing teeth, and when cared for effectively, can last a lifetime. If you have… Read more »
Seek out Straight Teeth with Invisalign® Aligners
Are you looking to fix your smile for the new year? Have you suffered from crooked teeth for so long that you are finally ready to make a change? If so, would like to offer you a chance to try a highly popular orthodontic treatment called Invisalign®. Invisalign seeks to remove your crooked teeth and give… Read more »
Dental Bridge: A Solution to Missing Teeth
Do you have a hard time talking or eating because you have missing teeth? Do you ever wonder what you might be able to do about it? There are a number of things you can consider doing to restore your teeth and smile, including a dental bridge. Typically, a dental bridge is made up of… Read more »
Oral Hygiene for Aging Teeth
Our teeth age even as we do, but unlike some ailments we may have no control over, our smile is something we can maintain. With proper care and attention, our smiles can age gracefully. Dr. and our team in , , are pleased to share a few oral hygiene tips to keep your smile young!… Read more »
A Shattered Tooth Often Needs to Be Restored by a Bridge
As hard as your teeth are, there are still times when a hard blow to the face can shatter or severely fracture a tooth. This is even more likely to happen if you play contact sports without the benefit and protection of a quality mouthguard. If the damage is severe, your dentist, Dr. , might… Read more »
Tinnitus: What You Should Know
Have you ever had a strange sound in your ears, such as a ringing, buzzing, hissing, chirping, or whistling? If you have, you’re far from alone, though the severity of the sound can vary. This sound may actually be the result of a condition commonly referred to as tinnitus. Many people notice the noise throughout… Read more »
Your Dental Crown Needs to Be Included in Your Daily Oral Hygiene Routine
A dental crown in , , is a nearly perfect replica of the enamel layer of a tooth. If residual food particles and plaque are not cleaned away from the crown, they will harden into tartar, which promotes gum disease and tooth decay. The advanced form of gum disease, known as periodontitis, can cause your… Read more »
Prevent Cavities by Strengthening Your Tooth Enamel
Your routine dental checkup with Dr. is designed to detect and diagnose several oral health issues, including gum disease, tooth decay, and oral cancer. If your teeth show signs of weakened tooth enamel or decay, Dr. might recommend a fluoride treatment. This can be administered at the end of the dental checkup to strengthen your… Read more »
With Proper Preparation and Thoughtful Aftercare You Should Have a Speedy Recovery from Multiple Tooth Extractions
Long-term problems with gum disease, tooth decay or other oral health complications can severely compromise the full function of your mouth. Beyond simply impairing your ability to adequately chew food, it can impact your speech and leave you feeling self-conscious about your smile. In a situation like this, ’s dentists might recommend restoring the full… Read more »
Answers to Some Common Questions about TMJ
Welcome to Covington Dental Partners online! Dr. Sterling Whitworth and Dr. Caralyn Leonard are pleased to help our patients in Covington, Georgia, and the surrounding areas with all of your dental needs. In today’s blog, we would like to answer some common questions regarding TMJ. So, let’s begin! What is TMJ? The joint which connects your jaw to… Read more »
