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 […]
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Make This Year the Year of Great Sleep with Sleep Apnea Treatment

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 […]
Preventing Facial Injuries

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 […]
Less Is More At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry In Chattanooga

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 […]
Smile Bright: The Power of Two Dental Cleanings a Year

When was the last time you visited your dentist? If it’s been more than six months, it’s time to schedule an appointment with the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry! You might think that brushing and flossing at home is enough to keep your teeth healthy, but regular professional cleanings play a crucial role in maintaining […]
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?

People get food stuck in and between their teeth all the time. Most of the time it is not a problem to get the food unstuck with floss or a toothbrush and move on with your day. However, once in a while, there is a pesky piece of food that seems practically impossible to get […]
A New Reason To Eat More Fish

Welcome to the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry blog. Today we’d like to discuss another aspect of how your diet can impact your dental health. In the article “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,” author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk […]
3 Ways To Minimize Candy Intake At Parties

At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at Halloween and other sugar-filled holidays. We encourage both unfettered joy and healthy living for all of our patients. Otherwise, here are three ways to avoid candy altogether: Lock yourself in a closet. Sew your mouth shut. Wear a […]