Every year, April is recognized as Oral Cancer Awareness Month. At our dental office in Collierville, we strive to keep our patients and our neighbors as healthy as possible, so we’d like to join in and help educate our community on the risks of oral cancer, how to identify it, and why it’s best to […]
What You Need to Know About Heart Health Month
Each February, we celebrate National Heart Health Month. Heart Health Month’s purpose is to increase awareness of just how big of a problem heart disease actually is, and educate the population on ways to decrease the risk of developing heart disease. At our dental office in Collierville, we’d like to help. Gum Disease and Heart […]
What Causes Bad Breath?
Halitosis, also known as bad breath, is a common issue that affects nearly 80 million Americans. It’s a serious problem that doesn’t only affect your oral health, but can directly impact your personal life as well. Don’t worry, your dentist in Collierville is here to help. Dry Mouth Your mouth needs an adequate saliva supply […]
“Why Do I Keep Biting My Tongue At Night?”
Everyone enjoys getting a solid night’s sleep. It not only feels great… it also provides some valuable health benefits, too. But sometime, sleep can be interrupted by any number of things — a snoring partner, a sick child, or even from biting your own tongue. If this last item happens to you frequently, my dental […]
Top 4 Causes of Dry Mouth
Dry mouth is an uncomfortable feeling that all of us experience occasionally. But living with a chronically dry mouth isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s unhealthy too. At my Collierville dental office, we wanted to examine the top causes of dry mouth, why it’s so concerning, and ways to combat it for healthy, happy mouth. Why Is […]
Does Oil Pulling Actually Work?
By now you’ve probably at least heard of oil pulling, but perhaps you’re unsure as to what exactly it is, how it’s supposed to help your oral health, and if it actually works. Don’t worry, my dental office in Collierville is here to help. We’ve looked into the now popular technique and we’ve got some […]
“Is My Dentist Happy to See Me?”
Part of what makes being a dentist so rewarding and enjoyable is getting to know patients and their smiles. At my Collierville dental office, my team and I always like to take the time to help without making anyone feel rushed or uncomfortable. I am truly happy to see each and every one of my […]
Top Dental Concerns for People Over 50
As we get older, we tend to experience more health concerns than we did when we were younger. Our dental health is no different. At my Collierville dental office, we want all of our patients to be aware of some of the most common oral health issues that tend to affect those 50 or older. […]
