WE’RE KEEPING OUR TEETH longer than ever before. But in order to stay in optimal health, we need to be vigilant against potential problems. Certain risks can increase as we age. (Read More)
Lake Oconee Dental Blog
Use Your Smartphone To Brush Smarter
February 18, 2015
SMARTPHONE TECHNOLOGY IS AMAZING. It brings the world to our fingertips. And now, smartphone apps can help us with our daily oral hygiene routines! (Read More)
Teeth Grinding At Night Can Cause Severe Damage
February 11, 2015
MOST PEOPLE CLENCH or grind their teeth from time to time. However, if you’re doing so frequently, your teeth are suffering... (Read More)
Removing The Fear Of Showing Your Teeth When You Smile
February 4, 2015
BEAUTIFUL TEETH MAKE US ALL feel more approachable, better prepared, accepting of others, younger, and more attractive... (Read More)
Puttin’ on the Ritz
February 4, 2015
By Dr. David Bradley
New Year’s Day came and went, and left a lot of challenges in its wake. During the very first week of January, our office team experienced a really hard day. One of our assistants called out first thing in the morning due to a death in the family. “Alright,” we thought to ourselves, “we can still get through the day.” But then we arrived at the office and discovered our computer network was down. Now normally I’m the in-house IT guy, but when I couldn’t figure out what was causing the problem, we had to bring in the experts. Two hours later, it was up and running, but sporadically. And...(Read More)
Saying Goodbye To Your Old Toothbrush
January 28, 2015
THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION STRONGLY SUGGESTS that we replace our toothbrushes every 3–4 months for maximum effectiveness. (Read More)
Our Smiles Love Healthy Snacks
January 21, 2015
WE KNOW that frequent snacking on processed, sugary foods isn’t kind to the waistline. But what about its effects on your oral health? (Read More)
2015: The Year Of The Smile
January 14, 2015
IT ISN’T ALWAYS ABOUT looking like a movie star or supermodel. It’s about feeling confident and comfortable with your healthy smile! (Read More)
Tips For Patients With Fixed Retainers
January 7, 2015
MANY PEOPLE, AFTER COMPLETING orthodontic treatment, are fitted with a fixed retainer—a thin wire that’s bonded to the back of teeth... (Read More)
Hormonal Changes Affect Women’s Oral Heath
December 30, 2014
HORMONAL CHANGES CAN AFFECT nearly every part of our bodies—including the mouth and gums. (Read More)