What Happens If You Have An Impacted Tooth?

What Happens If You Have An Impacted Tooth?

The term ‘impacted tooth’ refers to a tooth that was supposed to erupt yet hasn’t. As a result, the tooth can get trapped in the gums. Most commonly, impaction occurs with wisdom teeth, but the truth is any tooth can become impacted. So what exactly happens if you...

Gum Disease Can Lead to Colon Cancer

Gum Disease Can Lead to Colon Cancer

Gum disease is one of the most common dental problems your dentist in Spring Hill sees every day. In fact, the CDC reports that nearly 50% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. While gum disease can certainly cause some unwanted side effects in...

Pandemic Stress & Oral Health Problems

Pandemic Stress & Oral Health Problems

As we head into the one-year mark of this pandemic, there are still several unknowns. But one thing has remained constant the whole time — stress levels are high, and rightfully so. Stress isn’t the best thing for health, especially at times like these....