Coombs & Ross Family Dentistry Blog

Class is back in session! It’s finally back-to-school season, and you’re probably scrambling to get your little one ready for the new school year. But while you’re busy buying new clothes and supplies and figuring out the logistics of everything, something to be mindful of is the possibility of your child experiencing a dental emergency at school. Here are four tips from your dentist in Rock Hill for preventing dental emergencies and keeping your child’s smile healthy and bright as they return to the classroom this fall.

If you can always be found with a pack of chewing gum in your pocket or purse, or if the thought of breaking through the midday slump without popping a stick of double-mint fresh in your mouth, then you may have a chewing gum habit. Your breath smells fantastic, but how is your jaw doing? Chronic jaw pain caused by TMJ disorder can be associated with excessive gum chewing. Keep reading to learn more about the connection and where you can find treatment for your discomfort. 

When you hear “summer,” your mind may drift to thoughts of delicious, mouthwatering foods. Corn on the cob, hamburgers, hot dogs, watermelon, you name it! Are your missing teeth making it difficult to enjoy your favorite seasonal treats at the summer cookout? You might be considering getting dental implants in Rock Hill. If you’ve been hesitant to commit, now’s the time to make a move. Here are a few reasons why the sunny season provides the perfect opportunity to start treatment.

When you hear “summer,” your mind may drift to thoughts of delicious, mouthwatering foods. Corn on the cob, hamburgers, hot dogs, watermelon, you name it! Are your missing teeth making it difficult to enjoy your favorite seasonal treats at the summer cookout? You might be considering getting dental implants in Rock Hill. If you’ve been hesitant to commit, now’s the time to make a move. Here are a few reasons why the sunny season provides the perfect opportunity to start treatment.

Are you considering getting a routine dental checkup and cleaning? During your visit, your dentist will monitor your oral health and provide professional polishing so you can walk out of the office with a cleaner smile. However, they may also use an intraoral camera to look inside your mouth! Read on to learn four ways you can benefit from choosing a dentist who uses this device.

A dental emergency is stressful and there’s no such thing as a convenient time to face one. With as much uncertainty and discomfort as you are feeling, it is understandable to have anxiety as well. Even though each case is different, your emergency dentist in Rock Hill shares some of the most common treatments so you have a better idea of what to expect when an unforeseen incident occurs.

We’ve officially made it to 2022! Have you started working on your New Year’s resolutions? For many people, health is often the biggest priority as they begin a new year. Even though your resolutions may revolve around weight loss or breaking bad habits, you should consider focusing on your dental health. Not only can doing so positively impact your overall quality of life, but it can improve your appearance as well. Read on to learn why you should schedule your next dental checkup with your dentist in Rock Hill early in the year!

Have you gotten one or more of your missing teeth replaced with dental implants? If so, then you already know that they have the potential to last for an entire lifetime. As durable as dental implants are, though, they can only last this long if you take good care of them. Unfortunately, many bad habits can damage your implants to the point where they fail. To ensure your dental implants in Rock Hill provide you with a complete smile for decades to come, quit these five habits.

Are you one of the 170+ million Americans struggling with tooth loss? If so, you’ve likely heard of dental implants. After all, they are the #1 recommended treatment for patients missing one, a few, or an entire arch of teeth. However, if you’re like many patients, you may be wondering, “Does getting dental implants hurt?” Keep reading for the answer!