If Dr. Chowning and our hygienists have recommended a nightguard for clenching or grinding, that means they have seen signs of damage to your teeth, gums, muscles or jaws. As part of our commitment to preventive dentistry, we believe it is essential to catch these signs of damage as early as possible and give you […]
What is HPV? HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus. It is an often-undetected viral infection that infects an estimated 6.2 million new people each year. It is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States. HPV does not cause any symptoms at the time of infection, so most people are unaware that they have […]
There are many different categories within the realm of dental treatment. In our opinion, the most important category is PREVENTIVE dentistry. At Timberlake Dental, we are committed to practicing conservative and preventive dentistry. We believe those two go hand in hand. In order to be as conservative as possible, we need to help each and […]
We all have bad habits. Some of these just waste our time, but others can actually be harmful. In dentistry, we worry about habits that can damage your teeth and gums. This blog will highlight some of the most common bad habits we see and the damage they can cause. Toothpicks Good old fashioned wooden […]
At Timberlake Dental, we practice preventive dentistry. This means we give our patients the tools they need to prevent dental problems. One of the most important tools of preventive dentistry is the application of a professional fluoride treatment. Professional fluoride treatments, also called “varnish”, pack a punch that you cannot get from using fluoride toothpaste […]
At Timberlake Dental, we understand that not all people have the same dental problems. Because of our unique, individualized approach to risk management in dental care, we often give our patients specific recommendations for dental products that improve oral health in a specific area of risk. We strongly believe that each person should use a […]
Straight teeth do not stay straight on their own. They need help to keep their position. Retainers do just that. They retain the position of teeth in their correct place. Why Do I Have to Wear a Retainer? If your teeth have been straightened, you must wear a retainer regularly to keep them straight. If […]
Energy Drinks Red Bull gives you wings, but it may also give you cavities. Energy drinks are defined as “any of various types of beverage that are considered a source of energy, especially a soft drink containing a high percentage of sugar and/or caffeine or other stimulant”. The most common brands of energy drinks sold […]
People say that having children involved in sports is expensive. In dentistry, we commonly see one of the most expensive aspects of sports: injuries. The bad news is that the injuries themselves are sometimes unavoidable. The good news is that the damage to the teeth, gums, lips, cheeks and jaws associated with sports injuries is […]
Let’s talk about flossing. We know. No one wants to floss. Recent statistics show that Americans can be roughly divided into thirds when it comes to flossing habits. Just under 1/3 of the population floss every day. Just over 1/3 of the population floss sometimes. And the rest admit to never flossing. Never. That hurts […]
