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If good oral health is important to you—and we hope it is—you should learn about the benefits of fluoride. For starters, it’s one of our best defenses against tooth decay. However, there is some confusion as to what fluoride is exactly, who needs it, and whether it is safe.
We often don’t think about our teeth unless we run into problems like bleeding gums or toothaches, which tend to develop due to poor oral hygiene. However, when we don’t take our oral health seriously, we run the risk of experiencing more than just tooth pain—we also
Have you been putting off scheduling your dentist appointment? If so, we are here to light a fire under you! Not literally, but we do want to stress how important routine dental visits are for both your oral hygiene and your overall health. Learn more about why these regular dental
Tooth enamel, or the outer surface of your teeth, is built to take a beating. In fact, it is actually the hardest substance in your body, even stronger than your bones. Yet, although they are tough, your teeth can still crack or fracture just like
Gum disease, also known as gingivitis or periodontitis, is bacteria and plaque below the gum line that causes inflammation, irritation and separation between your gums and teeth. Besides causing bleeding, tooth decay and bad breath, inflammation from gum disease can have systemic effects on the rest of your health
If you have jaw pain that interferes with chewing, swallowing, speaking, or even breathing, you are not alone. About 12 percent of Americans have some type of TMJ, or temporomandibular joint pain. The TMJ and the surrounding muscles act in a complicated balance. When something in that balance goes
Fruitcake, eggnog, hot chocolate, peppermint bark—tis that time of year for tantalizing treats! You’ll be happy to know that rather than snack-shame you, at Walton Dental Group, we want you to enjoy some holiday indulgences. However, while doing so, keep in mind these
Minimize your stress during your next visit through sedation dentistry, a safe and simple method to dental procedures. What is Sedation Dentistry? Does the thought of visiting the dentist fill you with terror? If so, we’d like to welcome you to the world of
The dental hygiene habits that your children learn in their early years will be the foundation of their oral health for the rest of their life. Teaching them these four habits from the start will give them a strong likelihood of having great, strong, healthy teeth heading
It’s back-to-school time! It’s a pretty well known fact that meal choices are critical for young growing minds. Good, healthy food for breakfast and lunch are the fuel for your busy, hard-working kids. But did you know that after school snacks are just as important? Unfortunately, the first thing