It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
updated: Sep. 07, 2021
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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Temporary Smiles for Teens Waiting on Dental Implants
updated: Sep. 03, 2021
Here's some good news: Teenagers are less likely than adults to lose teeth to dental disease. But there's also a flip side. Teens can still lose teeth, more likely Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
updated: Aug. 31, 2021
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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Sleep Apnea: How we can help
updated: Aug. 24, 2021
At Center For Cosmetic And Sedation Dentistry, we understand that getting high-quality sleep is vital to maintaining your overall health. Insufficient sleep can lead to an inability to concentrate, motor
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Here's Why X-Rays are a Safe Practice With Children
updated: Aug. 24, 2021
X-rays are so interwoven into dental care that we often don't think twice about them. Even so, we shouldn't take this invisible form of radiation lightly—regular exposure at high Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Oral Conscious Sedation
updated: Aug. 24, 2021
Is your fear of needles keeping you from getting required dental treatment? Oral conscious sedation from your Dacula, Buford, and Lawrenceville, GA, dentist at Center for Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Solutions for Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
updated: Aug. 17, 2021
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result of certain auto-immune diseases. the
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Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
updated: Aug. 14, 2021
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Electric Toothbrush Innovations
updated: Aug. 10, 2021
If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out
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How You Can Reduce the Impact of an Oral Injury on Your Student Athlete
updated: Aug. 04, 2021
August is the traditional "kickoff" month for football season with student athletes representing the vast majority of players. And, while a new season promises to be exciting for both Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
updated: Aug. 03, 2021
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Carbs and Cavities
updated: Jul. 27, 2021
The Good News
Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work?
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Brush or Floss First? Here's What You Need to Know to Decide
updated: Jul. 25, 2021
If you like conundrums like "Which came first? The chicken or the egg?", then you may enjoy this one: "Which should you do first, brush or floss?" Both of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
When Is a “Cavity” Not a Cavity?
updated: Jul. 20, 2021
Is this a trick question? After all, you probably already know quite a lot about cavities:
It all begins when bacteria-filled plaque sticks to teeth and starts to attack enamel. How?
Because
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Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
updated: Jul. 15, 2021
Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Oral Health Concerns Specific to Pregnant Women
updated: Jul. 13, 2021
A lot of changes occur in a woman's body during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations are responsible for many of those changes, including the need for additional attention to the teeth and
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