According to the CDC, 47.2% of people 30 years of age or older have some form of gum disease. Also known as periodontal disease or gingivitis, gum disease causes chronic gum inflammation. In the beginning, gum disease causes your gums to become red and [...]
Whether you’ve had wisdom teeth extracted, dental implants put in, or your gum line repaired, managing dental surgery recovery is an essential part of the healing process. Not all dental procedures are the same and your immediate symptoms may vary, but there are some [...]
From the time we sprout our first tooth, we’re taught that teeth brushing is good for us – that developing this daily habit cleans the sugar and food from our molars and gums and prevents cavities. But as we age, brushing your teeth can [...]
At Advanced Dental Care of Anderson, we understand the importance of educating the public on combating bruxism. Bruxism is a medical condition that causes you to clench, grind, or gnash your teeth. This can happen when you’re asleep (sleep bruxism) or unconsciously throughout the [...]
Here at Advanced Dental Care of Anderson, we are so excited to celebrate National Children's Dental Health Month this February! Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors and funds National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM) to raise awareness about the importance of oral health [...]
We know, we know: dentist visits aren’t everyone’s favorite appointments; however, while most people don’t look forward to dental checkups, they are crucial to your overall health. Health professionals recommend having a regular dental check-up every six months to maintain healthy teeth and gums. [...]
Teething is a common behavior for newborns, but it can come with its frustrations. Newborns are born with a total of 20 teeth underneath their gum line, and as they age these teeth begin to grow in. As this process occurs, newborns begin to [...]
Your teeth are coated by a semi-clear, hard outer layer called enamel that protects them from daily wear and tear. In fact, tooth enamel is the strongest part of your body! Enamel protects your teeth from such things as extreme temperatures of food or [...]
If you’re familiar with the saying, “too much candy will rot your teeth”, you know that sugar has an impact on dental health. At the same time, sugar exists in almost all food products in one form or another so avoiding it in order [...]
At some point in your life, you’ve probably shared a bed with someone who grinds their teeth. Maybe you are the teeth grinder! The National Institute of Health reported that approximately 20% of adults worldwide struggle with bruxism, the clinical term for grinding your [...]
