Did you know that in 1976, more than 150 years after his death, George Washington was promoted to Six Star General in the U.S. military? This promotion was invented solely for Washington, meaning no U.S. military officer can ever outrank him. Read on to learn a tiny bit more about the fact and fiction behind Washington’s famous false teeth.
See MoreWith the fall season coming around, is your mouth ready for the numerous meals and treats that await? If you have any lost or missing teeth, eating some foods can prove too difficult a task. Tooth loss has also been proven to destabilize our gums, cause tooth slippage, and increase your risk for gum disease and tooth decay. Thus, it is important to have the missing teeth replaced as soon as possible.
See MoreWhen it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow back once it is lost.
See MoreThere are so many toothpaste choices available on the shelves of the drugstore these days. There seems to be a toothpaste for every kind of issue, from whitening, to tartar removal, to gum inflammation, and sensitivity. But, the main reason you brush your teeth is to clean them and fight decay. So, what exactly is in toothpaste that does that? Fluoride
See MoreDid you know a healthy diet can help your teeth too? Having a healthy and beautiful smile is important because a smile can make lasting impressions and is vital in our everyday life. To help you learn more about your diet, our dentist, Dr. Nathan Owens in Pulaski, Tennessee, has provided you with healthy diet tips for your teeth.
See MoreHalitosis, also referred to as “bad breath,” afflicts up to 50% of adults at some point in their lives. There are a number of possible causes for bad breath, which range from the mild to the very serious. Before assuming the worst, however, consider these common causes of halitosis.
See MoreWhen you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will look for swelling in the gums or redness and bleeding and even measure the depth of gingival pockets signaling gum disease.
See MoreIf you need teeth replaced, the first place to start is by doing research on replacement options. That’s smart, because it’s what all of us here at Owens Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Pulaski, Tennessee, recommend doing. This will help you make a better decision for your long-term oral health. One of the more popular options is to get dentures, installed by an experienced dentist. There’s a lot more than that to dentures, though. Why get dentures?
See MoreYour oral health care should be the foundation of your smile. Caring for your smile as you age is essential to ensure your teeth can continue to thrive. Aside from the care you will receive from a medical professional, it is important to make sure you are taking care of your smile yourself. This includes exercising appropriate habits for smile maintenance as well as making sure you avoid unhealthy products that could be wearing down your teeth and contributing to oral health ailments such as tooth decay.
See MoreAutomobile collisions, unprotected blows to the face and work-related injuries that impact the head can cause facial lacerations and significant damage to the underlying facial bones. Even with timely emergency treatment these injuries can have a significant impact on your appearance and the overall function of your mouth.
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