by Dr John Luther | Sep 29, 2014 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, Pediatric Dentistry
With the kids back in school and crisp autumn days approaching, we automatically think football. But along with school sports comes the protective sports mouthguard. While our minds don’t automatically jump to mouthguards in the fall, keeping your smile and...
by Dr John Luther | Aug 26, 2014 | dental health, Dental Hygiene
Baby teeth start to come in at around six months of age and your child should have all 20 baby teeth between age two and three. Teething Tips When teeth start to erupt, some babies may have sore or tender gums. Rubbing the gums with a clean gauze or finger...
by Dr John Luther | Apr 8, 2014 | Dental Hygiene, General Patient Info
What is halitosis? Halitosis is another name for bad breath – and over 90 million people suffer from chronic halitosis! Halitosis is most likely caused by bacteria on your gums and tongue, which produces a malodorous sulfur compound from the decay of food...
by Dr John Luther | May 14, 2013 | Dental Hygiene, General Patient Info
How Much Do You Know About Taking Care Of Your Teeth? Take this oral health quiz to find out… 1. How many times a day should you brush your teeth? a. once b. twice c. after every meal 2. How often should you floss? a. daily b. weekly c. monthly 3. How often...
by Dr John Luther | Nov 27, 2012 | Dental Hygiene, General Patient Info, Periodontal Disease
You’ve just been seen by Dr. Luther and he’s diagnosed periodontal disease…Now what? Treatment for periodontal (perio) disease ranges from non-invasive to surgery under general anesthesia: Non-surgical procedure called “Scaling and Root...
by Dr John Luther | Nov 20, 2012 | Dental Hygiene, General Patient Info, Periodontal Disease
When you come to Timbercrest Dental Center for an initial or scheduled maintenance appointment, Dr. Luther or one of his hygienists will check for periodontal (perio) disease. They check for perio disease by: observing the color and firmness of the gum tissue (should...
