What is a cavity? A cavity is the destruction of tooth structure caused by a combination of bacteria, sugar and acid. When bacteria in the mouth digests sugar, acid is produced. The acid destroys enamel, just like it etches glass, and this process is called demineralization. Once a cavity has grown through the outer layer […]
What is Healthy StartTM? Healthy StartTM is a new treatment option offered by Dr. Chowning that provides an exciting way to treat sleep-disordered breathing issues in children, address certain orthodontic and growth concerns, and correct bad habits such as thumb-sucking or pacifier use. The Healthy StartTM system was developed by Dr. Earl Bergersen to meet […]
Wednesday, July 19, 2017 What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is a method of straightening teeth that does not require metal brackets or wires. It consists of a series of removable clear plastic aligners (or trays) that are custom made for each individual’s teeth. When a patient decides to straighten their teeth with Invisalign®, Dr. Chowning makes […]
Why Is My Dentist Asking If My Child Snores? Some of you may have noticed that when you bring your child in for their professional cleaning and periodic evaluation, Dr. Chowning asks questions about your child’s sleep patterns. “Does your child snore? Does he grind his teeth? Does she wake up with a raspy voice […]
Is Sparkling Water Bad for Your Teeth? Wednesday, July 5, 2017 Most people know that foods and drinks high in sugar can cause cavities. It is common knowledge that sodas and candy are bad for your teeth. What many people are unaware of is that sparkling water can also damage the teeth. Due to an […]
Curated News: By Timberlake Dental curated from ClevelandClinics.com – Image Courtesy of Flickr – Kate Dreyer “We see a great deal of overlap, but no research is strong enough to link gum disease and cardiac disease, heart attack or stroke,” Dr. Jellis says. “But, we know that people who brush and floss regularly have better […]
Curated News: By Timberlake Dental curated from ClevelandClinic.com – Image Courtesy of Flickr – AJC1 “Canker sores appear inside your mouth; cold sores happen outside, says Todd Coy, DMD, Director of Cleveland Clinic’s Department of Dentistry. Also, while canker sores are not contagious, cold sores involve a very contagious virus. You risk passing cold sores along when […]
Curated News: By Timberlake Dental curated from ClevelandClinic.org – Image Courtesy of Flickr – Rupert Taylor-Price “Most of us wouldn’t mind making our pearly whites a little brighter. Teeth can get discolored from tea, coffee and wine stains, smoking or simply from growing older. But if you want to whiten your teeth at home with a teeth-whitening […]
Curated News: By Timberlake Dental curated from WebMD.com – Image Courtesy of Flickr – Hamza Butt “Cold Also called fever blisters, you don’t get cold sores from fevers or colds but they can be triggered by them. The virus that causes cold sores is usually passed via a kiss, shared utensils, or other close contact. Over-the-counter creams and […]
Curated News: By Timberlake Dental curated from ClevelandClinic.org – Image Courtesy of Flickr – Neil Moralee “Skin cancer is almost always curable when caught and treated early. So it’s critical to inspect your body. “Look at those funny brown things on your skin and see how large they are,” says melanoma expert Brian Gastman, MD. “Have they […]
