Dental Blogs - Ken Copeland Family Dentistry

What Causes Sensitive Teeth?

30 Sep 2020

You may have sensitive teeth, if the taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee is sometimes a painful experience. Possible causes include: Tooth decay (cavities) Fractured teeth Worn fillings Gum disease Worn tooth enamel Exposed tooth root...

Why a healthy smile should also be a white smile

17 Sep 2020

A straight and white smile is becoming more sought after than ever before. This mind-set began when we first started to develop an interest in mimicking the results of celebrity cosmetics, also called the ‘Hollywood smile’. Today, the price of...

Food and drinks that spell trouble for oral health

31 Aug 2020

Acids play an important role in oral health, however when hearing the word ‘acid’ we might be likely to recall the various chemicals we saw in glass bottles in science class at school. We may also think of it as...

Osteoporosis and Oral Health

04 Aug 2020

Certain medications can influence dental treatment decisions and it’s important to let your dentist know about all the medications that you take. In the case of antiresorptive agents—medicines that help strengthen bones—these medications have been associated with a rare but...

Is Water Flossing the Perfect Tool for Better Oral Health?

16 Jul 2020

Good oral health involves more than having a beautiful smile; it is key if we are to enjoy food, feel confident about interacting with others and avoid oral pain. Statistics however show that many Americans could improve in this department....