Jaw pain is a common problem many people suffer with, but that doesn’t mean it should be overlooked. Jaw pain can be related to your oral health, which is why it’s important to visit your dentist, Drs. Hungerford, Witcher, Walker, Snowden, or Philpott if you are experiencing jaw pain currently. It’s common for your jaw pain to result from the... read more »
Dental fillings are designed to restore the full function of a tooth and prevent complications after it was attacked by tooth decay. As the years go by, the pervasive bacteria living in your mouth can exploit the seam between the filling and the surrounding healthy tooth enamel. When this happens, the bacteria can eventually infiltrate this space and form a... read more »
Do you have tooth decay that needs to be repaired? Our team of dentists may recommend a dental filling in Manhattan, Kansas, to restore your tooth. Our dentists will remove the decay and then fill the area with the dental filling material. Does dental insurance cover the cost of composite fillings? Most dental insurance plans will cover the cost of... read more »
It may come as a surprise to hear that chewing sugarless come can help prevent tooth decay. It’s true! Studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes can help prevent cavities. How does chewing gum help? The flow of saliva is increased when you chew sugarless gum. The saliva then washes away food and debris. It also neutralizes... read more »
This Thanksgiving, we encourage you to celebrate the festivities by making healthy choices for your healthy smile. Whether you are planning a family feast or traveling to connect with loved ones this Thanksgiving, at Family & Implant Dentistry in Manhattan, Kansas, Josh Walker and our team want to share some tips to help you celebrate the holidays with smile-friendly fare. --... read more »
In order to maintain ideal oral health, it is imperative that you uphold proper dental hygiene. Brush your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day. Also, floss your teeth at least once a day. In addition, be sure to visit Family & Implant Dentistry at least twice a year. If you would like a little extra help... read more »
The natural process of aging, using tobacco products and consuming dark foods and beverages can all stain your tooth enamel. If these stains are not effectively counteracted in some way, they can deeply penetrate your teeth, leaving you with a dull and unappealing smile. In most cases, deeply stained teeth cannot be effectively brightened by the consumer-grade whitening products sold... read more »
Our dentists and team stress the importance of flossing daily. According to the ADA, only 12 percent of Americans floss every day. Despite this low percentage, the flossing concept isn’t a new one. Evidence suggests that interdental cleaning has been practiced since Prehistoric times. Researchers have found evidence of floss use in prehistoric times. Archeologists have found evidence that Neanderthals... read more »
Even though tooth enamel is very hard, there are still things that can cause chips and fractures. While some fractures are caused by blows to the face or hard falls, there can also be other mundane causes. It’s not uncommon for a fracture or large chip to occur because of teeth grinding on a regular basis. The size, depth and... read more »
On average, out of every $100 dollars an American spends, one goes to alcohol. While having alcohol isn’t uncommon, did you know that it can cause serious damage to your oral health? In other words, while you have probably heard that red wine will stain your teeth, you could be causing more harm to your teeth. You see, alcoholic beverages... read more »