It’s time to give charcoal toothbrushes the official brush off. A new study suggests the so-called teeth whitening products are nothing but a gimmick that may do more harm than good. The new study published in the British Dental Journal examined 50 charcoal toothpastes to determine whether they lived up to their claims to whiten,…
Cosmetic Dentistry
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. 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…
Sparkling Smiles with Teeth Whitening in Knoxville
Welcome to the Jim Erpenbach DDS dental blog, At Jim Erpenbach DDS, we help patients achieve beautiful smiles with affordable cosmetic dentistry. Today’s post focuses on teeth whitening in Knoxville. Unfortunately our teeth lose their luster as we grow older, however, we are also starting to see staining on young patients as well. To protect from…
Thanksgiving Foods That Can Stain Your Smile
Ah, Thanksgiving. It’s a time for all of us to reflect on what we have, the people around us, and our health! It’s also a time to indulge in a heavy feast with friends and family. But all of us here at the dental office of Dr. Erpenbach want to remind you that some of…
A Smile Like A Precious Gem
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants
Would you like a dazzling smile? Cosmetic dentistry from Jim Erpenchach DDS in Knoxville can help. Considering family dentistry? Our staff can set you up with a consultation that’s sure to enlighten any patient. We invite you to test our claims about dental implants or cosmetic dentistry. Meet our caring employees. Come see why Jim…
5 Ways To Floss Daily
If you want to floss regularly but are too tired at night, this post is for you. Dentist Jim Erpenbach DDS in Knoxville TN wants to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss and keep your teeth and gums healthy. 1. If you’re an early riser, try flossing in the morning right…
Happy Teeth Don’t Just Happen
Keeping your teeth clean is an important factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. One of the merits of visiting your dentist in Knoxville TN is receiving a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing technique. Your Partner in Oral Health Our dental hygienist can professionally clean and polish your teeth at your biannual…
Using Nature As Our Guide
At Jim Erpenbach DDS in Knoxville, we use cosmetic dentistry perform complete smile re-designs that turn ordinary teeth (or even teeth with considerable problems) into unforgettable smiles. If you have been considering a smile makeover, you probably want to know if you will still look like yourself. The answer is “Yes! Only better!” You see,…
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
At Jim Erpenbach DDS in Knoxville TN, patients with chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Jim Erpenbach DDS, we can…
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. We provide gum disease treatment at Jim Erpenbach DDS in Knoxville. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the…
