Relief from TMD: Early Signs, Diagnosis, and Treatments

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Do you experience persistent jaw pain, frequent headaches, or difficulty chewing? These could be signs of temporomandibular disorder (TMD), a condition that affects the jaw joint and muscles responsible for movement. TMD can disrupt your daily life, causing discomfort and limiting your ability to perform simple tasks like eating or talking. The good news? With […]

Make This Year the Year of Great Sleep with Sleep Apnea Treatment

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Sleep is essential for your health and happiness, influencing your mood, energy, and relationships. Yet, many people struggle to get the rest they need due to snoring or untreated sleep apnea. At the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve restful sleep with personalized sleep apnea treatments. If restless nights and […]

New Year, New Smile: Straighten Your Teeth with Invisalign

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The start of a new year is an ideal time to focus on self-improvement. While many people set goals related to health or career, improving your smile is a resolution that offers lasting confidence and well-being. At the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, Invisalign provides a discreet, convenient, and effective solution for achieving a straighter […]

Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges

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Tooth replacement has been a highly requested treatment at Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry. When my patients ask me about tooth restoration, I typically tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a pontic—is fused to porcelain […]

Is Mouthwash A Must?

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If you’ve ever visited a grocery store dental aisle, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but will they help meet your oral care needs? Many men […]

Preventing Facial Injuries

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At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we understand how important it is to protect your teeth during sports. Whether it’s a high-contact team sport or an individual activity, facial injuries are common, and accidents can happen at any time. A blow to the face or mouth can cause significant damage to your teeth, leading to […]

Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry Works To Earn Your Trust

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Hello! I’m Dr. Trey Carico, DDS, of Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry in Chattanooga. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 1975. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects […]

Less Is More At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry In Chattanooga

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There are compelling new developments in Tennessee dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dentist Trey Carico and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and cutting-edge […]