Many dental patients wonder why, with all the developments in dentistry, we still send you home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss. At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we want to set you up for success! The Most Important Tools to Keep Your Smile Healthy It’s true, they do seem a little old-fashioned […]
General Dentistry
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in our Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry patients to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit […]
Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?
Hello, welcome to the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can influence oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common issue, especially among older adults. However, men and women of all ages experience the symptoms of […]
Hiding Your Smile? Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry Can Help
Some people don’t feel that their smile is an asset, so they do their best to keep it hidden. Pictures, funny movies, jokes, hilarious internet videos—none of these can induce a smile or chuckle. If this person sounds familiar (because it is you!), then maybe you would like some details about complete smile makeovers. Don’t […]
Tooth Whitening: What The ADA Has To Say
When a cosmetic dentistry procedure becomes popular, it’s natural to want to experience the dramatic results for yourself. However, responsible dental patients should know what the American Dental Association has to say regarding common cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening. Talk to Dentist Carico Before You Whiten Your Teeth The ADA advises patients to […]
Smile Makeovers: It’s Not Just About Your Teeth
I have been creating spectacular smiles at my Chattanooga cosmetic dental practice since 1975. Each one of my Red Bank smile makeover patients values their new smile almost as much as I value their trust. My loyal patients, along with my dedicated dental team, have made my professional career particularly rewarding. Working as a dentist […]
Captivate Audiences Once Again
Hello Chattanooga! Remember when being a toothless five-year-old captivated friends and family? When a lisp was considered adorable and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. Toothless smiles are embarrassing and lisps can make you self-conscious. But your days of capturing delighted looks and commanding a conversation may not be gone forever—even if you have teeth […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Beef jerky and pitted fruits. 2. Chewing on hard things This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, counsel with your dentist. An appliance can safeguard your smile. 4. Eating too much sticky food Gummy candy, dried […]
Reinvent Yourself With A Smile Makeover
A smile makeover can boost your confidence for an upcoming job interview, promotion or new relationship. The process may include teeth whitening, invisible braces, veneers, dental implants, or gum tissue graft surgery. Many of these take time. Understanding the process requires only a simple consultation. Small changes can make a big difference. How The Rich […]
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, you should never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Making time in your busy day to brush and floss is a habit that will pay off throughout your life. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to mention […]
