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The Oral-Systemic Link: Risk Factors for Tooth Decay

2025-09-22T21:22:38-04:00

Did you know the same plaque that decays your teeth can cause major heart problems? What if you could fight plaque and heart failure both by improving your oral health? Anderson dentists Dr. Dale Hardy and Dr. Andrew Wilson are here to tell you more!Someone dies from a heart attack every minute, according to the [...]

The Oral-Systemic Link: Risk Factors for Tooth Decay2025-09-22T21:22:38-04:00

How Dental Nightguards Can Help You

2025-09-22T21:22:49-04:00

It’s common to see people wearing mouth guards for protection during all kinds of sports, such as football, basketball, and boxing, but did you know that lots of folks wear mouth guards at night for their dental health? People who grind their teeth (bruxism) and people with sleep apnea can get relief from their symptoms [...]

How Dental Nightguards Can Help You2025-09-22T21:22:49-04:00

Can Gum Disease Cause Birth Defects?

2025-09-22T21:23:10-04:00

What is Gum Disease?The short answer: gum disease is a common gum infection that can become very problematic, but you can prevent it! The long answer: all the tissues in your body have a self-defense mechanism called “inflammation.” When bacteria build up in your mouth, your gum tissue will inflame to try and kill it. [...]

Can Gum Disease Cause Birth Defects?2025-09-22T21:23:10-04:00

The Good, The Bad & The Crossbite

2025-09-22T21:23:24-04:00

If your teeth or jaw don’t line up well with each other, you may have crossbite. Anderson dentists Dr. Dale Hardy and Dr. Andrew Wilson explain more about this condition, its effects and what you can do to treat it below.A Good BiteIn a perfect world, your teeth would all be straight, and your upper [...]

The Good, The Bad & The Crossbite2025-09-22T21:23:24-04:00

Bacteria: The Good, the Bad & the Neutral

2025-09-22T21:24:22-04:00

Living in a land of antibacterial gels, soaps, plastics, and even fabrics, it might surprise you to hear that tons of bacteria live in your mouth every day, and they aren’t all bad! In fact, some play an important role in keeping up your overall health.Some oral bacteria, however, can cause serious problems and must [...]

Bacteria: The Good, the Bad & the Neutral2025-09-22T21:24:22-04:00

Have You Been Avoiding the Dentist?

2025-09-22T21:24:43-04:00

We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really should be flossing more. Any of these might cause us to avoid and put off regular visits to the dentist.Has it been so long since your last dental appointment that you’re not even sure how [...]

Have You Been Avoiding the Dentist?2025-09-22T21:24:43-04:00

Do You Need a Tooth Extraction?

2025-09-22T21:25:07-04:00

We’ve all had a toothache at some point or another. While you should always consult your Anderson dentist, it’s not always a serious problem. Often, the issue can be fixed with a filling or a root canal.However, many Anderson residents have found themselves in a situation where the tooth is not salvageable, and the only [...]

Do You Need a Tooth Extraction?2025-09-22T21:25:07-04:00

5 Common Dental Myths: Fact or Fiction?

2025-09-22T21:25:32-04:00

When it comes to ridiculous beliefs on dental hygiene and treatment, we’ve heard just about everything. However, the most dangerous ones usually aren’t quite so over the top. Unfortunately, a number of dental myths are floating all over Anderson, so Dr. Hardy and Dr. Wilson are here to put an end to the misinformation. Don’t [...]

5 Common Dental Myths: Fact or Fiction?2025-09-22T21:25:32-04:00

Fluoride: Good or Bad?

2025-09-22T21:26:30-04:00

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the fluoridation of drinking water is ranked among the ten greatest public health achievements of 20th century America. However, a quick search of the internet tells us that fluoride can actually be toxic if ingested in large enough quantities.So which is true? Do the health benefits [...]

Fluoride: Good or Bad?2025-09-22T21:26:30-04:00

Botox® at the Dentist!?

2025-09-22T21:26:46-04:00

As specialists in facial anatomy and esthetics, an increasing number of dentists are taking their skills into the world of Botox. Often associated just with appearances, Botox can be equally as therapeutic as cosmetic. Botox is a purified protein that irons out wrinkles by attaching to a muscle and preventing it from contracting. (Muscle contracting [...]

Botox® at the Dentist!?2025-09-22T21:26:46-04:00
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