It’s that time of year again when the mist of yellow pollen begins to cover everything as far as the eye can see. Many of us are affected by the pollen we do see as well as other allergens we cannot see. What many people don’t realize is that allergies can affect dental health. Let’s…
As you may or may not know, Adams, Cheek, and Holt Dentistry offers Invisalign! We are very excited to provide this service to our adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment! We want our patients to have the ability to improve their smiles through tooth movement without needing to go elsewhere. Fortunately, there are many advantages to…
It is easy to have a variety of reasons to put off dental treatment. Finances is often a big one. However, if a tooth is not hurting or bothersome, it is also easy to put it on the back burner. It is actually advantageous to find decay or dental problems BEFORE they start hurting. Let’s…
A new year often marks a season for change. This also includes new insurance policies or lack thereof! It is helpful to understand any changes to your insurance plan and with the right information, we can help! We’ll review some possible insurance changes you may have with the start of a new year. New Insurance…
Dental Insurance is a type of insurance that offers a benefit for dental services. Many people wonder if dental insurance is something they should purchase. Unfortunately, the answer is not that simple. Dental Insurance Pros can reduce out of pocket costs. If your insurance pays a high percentage of treatment, then your out-of-pocket costs are…
Like most emergencies, dental emergencies happen at unpredictable, inconvenient times. Failure to seek treatment for a dental emergency may increase the risk of permanent damage or more expensive treatment later. Conversely, you can easily treat some situations at home. Here are some examples of dental emergencies and advice on what to do and when to…
Halloween is right around the corner, and that means there is only one thing on everyone’s mind… CANDY!!! While we love it just as much as our patients do, too much sugar can have detrimental effects on your teeth and smile. Sugar-filled Halloween candy that fill up trick-or-treat bags are acidic in nature. Additionally, bacteria…
Unfortunately, we often see patients with broken teeth. What do you do if you chip, crack, or knock out a tooth? Rule number one: don’t panic! Dentists see this all the time and we will help you! Let’s look at some guidelines to help you navigate these stressful situations. Chipped Or Broken Tooth If some…
While many people may know what food and drinks are good for our teeth, there may be some that people don’t realize are bad for our teeth. The main ingredient to look out for is sugar. However, acidic foods and beverages can also cause damage. Bacteria in our mouths thrive on sugars and “eat them,”…
Night Guards and TMJ Have you ever been told you grind your teeth? Has your dentist recommended a night guard to protect your teeth while you sleep? Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is very common and mostly occurs when you are asleep. Because we are unaware of what we do while we sleep, wearing a night…