Dental Exams and Check-Ups
How Important is Oral Hygiene? Oral hygiene is necessary for eliminating bacteria in the mouth. Bacteria builds to form plaque that can harden and lead to
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Comprehensive Care
Today’s advanced dental treatments and materials can give you a healthier, more complete smile that can last you a lifetime. Your Dickson, TN Dentist, Dr. Gilmore, can help revitalize and maintain your teeth and gums, giving you the smile you’ve always wanted.
How Important is Oral Hygiene? Oral hygiene is necessary for eliminating bacteria in the mouth. Bacteria builds to form plaque that can harden and lead to
Why is oral hygiene so important? Adults over 35 lose more teeth to gum diseases (periodontal disease) than from cavities. Three out of four adults are
Your Child’s First Visit to the Dentist The first “regular” dental visit should between their first and second birthday. The first dental visit is usually short
Dental Prophylaxis A dental prophylaxis is a cleaning treatment performed to thoroughly clean the teeth and gums. Dental prophylaxis is an important dental treatment for
You and Dr. Gilmore may determine that you need a tooth extraction for any number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed; others
Gum Disease Treatment Periodontal disease is a serious infection under your gum line. ARESTIN® (minocycline hydrochloride) is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria that causes the infection.
Periodontal diseases are infections of the gums, which gradually destroy the support of your natural teeth. There are numerous disease entities requiring different treatment approaches. Dental
The initial stage of treatment for periodontal disease is usually a thorough cleaning that may include scaling or root planing. The objective of these non-surgical procedures