Repairing a tooth with a dental filling is a simple and quick treatment that can help you restore your oral health and smile. Now, if you’re about to get a cavity treated, it’s important to properly recover so you can return to a fully functional and healthy tooth. To help you do so, our dentist, Dr. Dexter Inniss, is happy... read more »
Do you ever wonder how you were diagnosed with a cavity when your smile looked so healthy before your dental appointment? If so, our dental team is more than happy to tell you how. Our dentist, Dr. Dexter Inniss, has a simple and effective diagnostic process that helps identify cavities that aren’t always easy to see. First, your dentist will... read more »
Removing plaque from your teeth once daily is an essential part of an awesome hygiene routine. When plaque remains on pearly whites for too long, it can make tartar, which eventually leads to periodontal disease. Rinsing with mouthwash, in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing, can help you keep your oral cavity clean and healthy. Mouthwash can lessen tooth... read more »
If you think you may be suffering from an abscessed tooth, you’ll want to seek treatment as soon as possible. However, we know that due to various circumstances, it may not be possible to get immediate treatment. In the meantime, Gentle Touch Dental is happy to answer any questions you may have about your conditions. Here are some frequently asked... read more »
Toothaches aren’t just for kids--they can appear at any point in a person’s life. Inside your tooth’s root is a substance called pulp, which contains your nerve endings. A toothache is typically caused by damage to these nerve endings. A toothache can be a sign that you have a cavity, abscess, or other dental emergency. They can range from mildly... read more »
Sometimes our brushing becomes a mindless habit, and teeth don’t get as clean as they should. Here are steps to make sure you are brushing properly. Brush Strokes: Place the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gum, and make short, back-and-forth strokes, about tooth-wide. Be sure to brush the outer surface, the inner surface, and the chewing surface of... read more »
When minor surface stains are ignored they can gradually start to alter the appearance of the teeth in your smile. As this happens the shades of yellow, gray, and brown can deepen to cause significant dental stains. To effectively whitening teeth in this condition you will need to turn to Dr. Dexter Inniss to have a dental bleaching treatment performed... read more »
If you have any lost teeth, it would be wise to choose a tooth replacement as soon as you can. Missing teeth have been connected to an upsurge in tooth decay and can weaken the gums in the area, thus allowing other teeth to move out of their positions. The excitement of a better smile awaits with dentures. The key... read more »
Toothaches can be the result of a failing filling, untreated cavity, or a dental trauma. This often causes increased sensitivity, increasing discomfort, pain, pressure, or swelling in the underlying gums. In a situation like this, you should not delay in seeking treatment with Dr. Dexter Inniss. After a thorough examination and X-rays he can assess the severity of the problem... read more »
If you feel anxious about your dental appointments, you are not alone. Dental anxiety is common. Here at Gentle Touch Dental in Conyers, Georgia, we are proud to give you high-quality care and are happy to talk to you and work with your dental anxiety. That is why we are providing you with information on dental anxiety, so you can... read more »