Chances are you know someone who likes to smoke a cigar every once in a while. Unlike cigarettes, cigars have long been considered an expensive luxury. Unfortunately, no matter how “classy” cigar smoking may seem, it comes with a price — oral health problems. How Cigars Can Ruin Your Smile More than 75% of people…
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Electric Toothbrushes: Are They Better Than Regular Toothbrushes?
Categories: Blog, Dental Health
The debate over electric toothbrushes has been a continual topic in our practice for years. Some patients swear by them, while others say they’ll never give up their standard toothbrushes. The truth is both brushes have their flaws. Electric toothbrushes can be really great, even better than regular toothbrushes, at reducing gum disease and removing…
Dental Fillings Don’t Last Forever — Here’s Why…
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Dental fillings used by Knoxville dentist, Dr. Jim Erpenbach, are meant to repair chips or small cavities in teeth. Fillings are made up of materials that are resistant to decay, like porcelain, composite resin, and sometimes, amalgam. Fillings are made to last — however, on occasion, harmful bacteria in our mouths can break down the…
A Bad Dental Filling May Do More Harm Than Good
Fillings are typically used by Dr. Erpenbach to repair chips or small cavities. They are often made from decay-resistant materials like porcelain, composite resin, and, on occasion, amalgam. However, as time goes by, the pervasive bacteria in your mouth can slowly start to weaken the bond between the filling and the surrounding tooth enamel. This…
4 Common Causes of Gum Recession — And What To Do About Them
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Recession, or receding gums, is something I talk about quite often with my patients. In fact, we check for receding gums by taking gum line measurements at every dentist visit. Why are these measurements important? Because, besides attractively showcasing your teeth, your gums also protect your teeth and underlying bone from bacteria and abrasive food…
Oral Health in Hardin Valley: Beware Of Hidden Sugar
We counsel our dental patients at Jim Erpenbach DDS to watch their sugar intake to prevent cavities and other health troubles.Â?If you are trying to de-sugar your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects such as candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as obvious as the frosting on a piece…
How Much Do Dental Implants in Knoxville Cost?
Looking into how much dental implants in Knoxville cost and getting a straightforward answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that.Â?Thanks for stopping to read our blog. We know that it can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant in Knoxville and finding nothing solid on the internet.…
Has Your Child Visited A Dentist in Knoxville?
Hello, and welcome to our dental blog. Today’s Jim Erpenbach DDS blog is for new parents. We know that your child’s health and safety is your top priority. That’s why you baby-proof your home, serve healthy foods, and buckle them tightly in their car seat before you pull out of your driveway.Â?We want to remind…
CDC Warns Parents: Pay Close Attention to How Much Toothpaste Kids Use
Smearing toothpaste on your toothbrush is a mindless action many of us don’t even pay attention to. In most cases, for adults, this is fine. But for parents of young children, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a stern warning: Pay extra close attention to how much toothpaste your kids are using. How…
Dental Pain in Knoxville: Is Your Smile in a World of Hurt?
Do you have severe tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? This post is for local residents who are experiencing severe or moderate dental pain in Knoxville.Â?First off, we feel for you. We understand how severe dental pain in Knoxville can affect you every day of your life. Whatever the cause…
