Tuscaloosa Dental Blog

Gum disease is often one term used to describe what are actually three different things. While each level of infection is recognized by a medical term all its own, they are all in fact an infection of the gums. At our dental office in Tuscaloosa, we want to help our neighbors identify each level of… Read More

With Labor Day right around the corner, we’re sure our patients and neighbors are gearing up for a celebration. Typical Labor Day picnics usually include tons of delicious foods and snacks ranging from hot dogs and barbeque chicken to dips and salads galore. But some of these yummy treats aren’t so great for smiles. At… Read More

Whenever you first visit a healthcare provider, you’re going to have to fill out a health history form. The same is true when you visit your dentist in Tuscaloosa. But why does a dentist need to know so much about your overall health, and why is it so important that you share this information? We… Read More

Our Tuscaloosa dental office cares for patients throughout all stages of life and understands that patients of different ages have different needs. We also want our patients to know that oral health risks change with every birthday. Today, we focus on those risks that can affect the senior population. Discolored Teeth – Teeth can begin… Read More

People with asthma know just how serious and scary of a disease it is. It causes airways to narrow, makes it hard to breathe, and can potentially be life-threatening. There is currently no cure, but there are advanced treatments and medications that can help keep airways open so more air can pass through. However, the… Read More

We all know that men and women are built differently, and that affects what health problems each gender is more susceptible to. At our dental office in Tuscaloosa, we also know that even though women are more open to visiting us regularly, they’re actually at more risk for dental problems throughout their lives than men…. Read More

As the weather gets warmer we all tend to spend more time outside. And perhaps our kids are participating in some fun spring sports. While we’re happy that they’re out the house doing something active, it’s not all fun and games when smiles and faces are at risk for injuries. That’s one reason our Tuscaloosa… Read More

Oral cancer diagnosis is on the rise with an estimated 51,540 new cases expected in 2018. At our dental office in Tuscaloosa, we understand how serious this life threatening disease is. In fact, the American Cancer Society projects that over 10,000 people in the United States will die from it this year. However, while oral… Read More

What we put into our bodies can certainly affect how we feel and how healthy we are. But eating the right foods to fuel your body goes beyond enhancing overall health. During this National Nutrition Month, your Tuscaloosa dentists want to let all of our patients know how proper nutrition can also benefit your oral… Read More

The team at our dental office in Tuscaloosa is committed to providing our neighbors with top-notch dental care so that each and every patient not only has a healthy smile, but a beautiful one too. However, there are some members of our community whose dental health is often overlooked…we’re talking about our beloved pets. And… Read More