Quick summary Writing down oral health questions before your biannual dental appointment ensures you remember to discuss bleeding, pain, sensitivity, or slow-healing wounds with your dentist. Keeping your dentist updated about pregnancies, diabetes, or new medications...
Quick Summary Selecting a new dental practice involves checking how long they've been established, verifying their reputation through online reviews on platforms like Angie's List and Google, and confirming they offer the specific procedures you need such as veneers,...
Quick Summary Seasonal allergies cause dry mouth through mouth breathing during congestion and antihistamine side effects, eliminating saliva that protects against gum disease and tooth decay. Allergy medications like Sudafed worsen dry mouth, while steroid inhalers...
Quick Summary Cold and flu illnesses increase your cavity risk through dry mouth caused by mouth breathing and medications like antihistamines and decongestants, which reduce the saliva needed to fight bacteria. Sugary cough drops, acidic beverages, and vomit exposure...
Quick Summary Chattanooga transformed from the most polluted city in the USA in 1969 to one of the cleanest cities according to the American Lung Association, driven by environmental reforms after decades of unregulated industrial emissions. The city is home to the...
Quick summary Dentist-supervised whitening is the safest and most effective way to brighten your smile, with options including custom-fitted trays and in-office treatments that protect your gums and minimize sensitivity. GLO Science whitening uses heat and light...
