Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection

Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of his death was an aggressive form of esophageal cancer. This...

The Importance of a Proper Oral Hygiene Routine

What your dentists in Woodstock, Marietta, and Kennesaw want you to know You may be brushing and flossing out of habits learned long ago when you were growing up. It’s important to follow good oral hygiene habits,...

Treating a Young, Permanent Tooth Requires a Different Approach

Soon after the primary (baby) teeth begin to give way, the teeth a child will have the rest of their lives start erupting into the mouth. But while they’re permanent, they’re not as strong and developed as...

Do I Need a Filling?

For decades, dentists have used dental fillings to cover up and protect the surfaces of the teeth. Fillings are usually added to the teeth after cavities have been found and cleaned. While this treatment is most common...

Chrissy Teigen's Teeth-Grinding Troubles

It might seem that supermodels have a fairly easy life — except for the fact that they are expected to look perfect whenever they’re in front of a camera. Sometimes that’s easy — but other times,...

Diabetes and Oral Health

November is National Diabetes Month—a good time to look at the connection between diabetes and oral health. While it’s important for everyone to take care of their teeth and gums, it may be especially...