Bad oral habits like chewing on ice, pencils or pens could put your teeth at increased risk of suffering a dental fracture. Some patients may experience significant pain, discomfort and sensitivity in their teeth. Even if you don’t feel pain in the damaged tooth, you should still have it examined by one of our dentists, Dr. John Felkner and Dr.... read more »

TMJ is the shortened version of Temporormandibular Joint Disorder. This is an extremely bothersome issue with the joint that connects the jawbone to the skull. It is a condition that is closely associated with an excessive habit of clenching the jaw and grinding of the teeth. Without treatment, the disorder causes pain in the joint of the jaw and fatigue... read more »

As you may already know, your dental cleaning appointments are recommended every six months, but do you know why? Well, our dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, would be happy to tell you why. Dental cleanings are vital for your oral health and smile. This is because they can benefit you in many ways. In fact, they can: -Help you prevent... read more »

There are several types of dental restoration offered at Szmanda Dental Edgar’s clinic. This can include temporary measures such as a removable partial denture, or oral surgical restorations involving a dental implant. At the same time, many people missing a single tooth will choose to have it replaced with a dental bridge. This typically consists of a single artificial tooth... read more »

In order to keep your smile safe, it is essential to make sure you're doing everything you can to eliminate bad breath from arising in your mouth. If you are suffering from bad breath, also known as halitosis, it means that foul odors arise out of your mouth. This could be caused by the foods you're eating, your oral hygiene... read more »

Oral and throat cancers are one of the most severe oral health ailments that can plague your mouth. The 5-year survival rate for individuals diagnosed with oral and throat cancer is barely 60%. Thus, it is important to always look for signs and symptoms of oral cancer, and receive oral cancer screenings as needed. Listed below are a few common... read more »

One controversial dental topic today is whether to brush with baking soda or not. Some believe baking soda is very effective for cleaning the smile while others believe baking soda is unnecessary and even harmful for the smile. Today, our dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, would like to help you decide which side you’re on by giving you the pros... read more »

Are you searching for a way to relieve your inflamed and swollen gums? If so, you have come to the right blog! Our dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, has the tips you need. Now, because inflamed gums are a symptom of gum disease (along with many other causes), it’s best to begin relieving your discomfort by calling our dental office... read more »

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria causes plaque to materialize on your teeth and creates acid which breaks down your tooth enamel. Tooth decay can lead to serious dental problems, such as dental caries (holes in your teeth), gum disease or abscesses. Tooth decay happens in small ways every single day. That’s why it’s so important to fight it and prevent... read more »

A dental veneer is a great solution for a minor tooth problem. Veneers are very thin shells often made of porcelain that are designed and colored to perfectly match your smile. They can be used to conceal chips and stains, and close the gap between teeth that are unevenly spaced. To apply a veneer, your dentist will remove a small... read more »