The teeth in the front of your mouth are called upon to bite into food as well as present an appealing smile to the people you interact with. When a cavity forms on one of these teeth, it can impair your ability to chew and it can also affect your appearance. If the cavity is large or if the tooth... read more »
Tooth sensitivity can have a serious impact on your quality of life. While it can be caused by any number of issues, it is often related to or exacerbated by tooth enamel erosion. This is often the result of the natural bacteria living in your mouth and the consumption of acidic foods and beverages because they can deplete the mineral... read more »
With early detection during your regular dental checkup at the office of Bradley L. Dyer DDS PC, a small cavity can be treated with a dental filling. Should you choose to procrastinate your checkup, the tooth decay will continue to spread. In time, so much of the tooth could be compromised that Dr. Bradley Dyer needs to fix the tooth... read more »
Do you ever wonder if there’s anything else you can do to keep your teeth healthy? Naturally, brushing and flossing is important, and mouthwash can help you keep your teeth clean. However, do you know exactly how mouthwash might be able to help you? Of course, you can reach for mouthwash if you are worried about your breath. Still, did... read more »
If you’re ever diagnosed with gum disease, you might find yourself with a number of important questions. For example, you might want to know exactly how severe gum disease is or what may have caused this issue. Most importantly, you might wonder if there’s anything you can do to prevent gum disease. In reality, gum disease might eventually lead to... read more »
If you have a cavity, you probably know that you should have it filled as soon as possible—but do you know why? If cavities aren’t addressed, they could spread and become more difficult to treat. In fact, if a cavity isn’t treated quickly enough, you could even need root canal therapy to restore the health of the afflicted tooth. Fortunately,... read more »
The surfaces of your teeth have microscopic pores in the tooth enamel. Inconsistent oral hygiene practices and a propensity for consuming acidic foods and beverages can gradually erode tooth enamel minerals. This can widen and deepen these pores, creating microscopic channels down to the sensitive dentin within. This can cause tooth sensitivity when you consume hot, cold, sweet, or acidic... read more »
Have you ever learned how to protect your physical health after an accident? Do you have a first aid kit in your possession? Are you prepared for any oral accidents that may come your way? Strikingly, we often prepare for accidents that may occur, but often fail to do the same to protect our precious teeth and gums from accidents... read more »
When your children are in the middle of their orthodontic treatment here at Bradley L. Dyer DDS PC in Sevierville, Tennessee, it's absolutely critical that they never miss an adjustment appointment. Without these regular appointments, your child will spend a longer time wearing braces because they're teeth won't be moved into position as quickly as they otherwise could have been.... read more »
Dental X-rays are an important tool in assessing your oral health and Dr. Bradley Dyer at Bradley L. Dyer DDS PC in Sevierville, Tennessee, uses digital radiography (digital X-rays) to show us how best to care for your smile. Digital X-rays allow us to find and treat problems early on when they require the least invasive treatment options. They help us... read more »