by Eric Hazelwood | Oct 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
A healthy mouth isn’t just about keeping your teeth and gums strong. The mouth is an ecosystem that hosts a complex community of microorganisms. Think of it like a bustling city made up of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and more living together in harmony as long as it’s...
by Eric Hazelwood | Sep 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Ever since you were old enough to hold your own toothbrush, you probably heard your dental team recommending fluoride to keep your teeth strong and healthy. Since then, though, you may have also heard that fluoride isn’t without controversy or side effects. So, what...
by Eric Hazelwood | Aug 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Photo by Brook Cagle on Unsplash One of the most important things we can do for our overall health is keep our teeth and gums healthy. Daily habits like brushing and flossing and regular visits to your dentist for checkups aren’t just about filling cavities or...
by Eric Hazelwood | Jul 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Photo by Engin Akyurt on Unsplash You bite into your favorite food or down a nice ice-cold glass of water, and ouch! It hurts. When you’re in pain, you just want to know why. It’s so hard to get on with your normal life until the pain is resolved. The pain may be...
by Eric Hazelwood | Jul 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Photo by Peter Kasprzyk on Unsplash If you’ve experienced the loss of a tooth (or several), you’re not alone. In fact, a mere 48% of American adults (ages 20 to 64) still have a full set of their permanent teeth. And for seniors (over 65 years old), nearly one in five...
