Oral Health

Foods That Are Mouth Healthy

Food that you eat can affect your teeth and gums from the first bite. The mouth is the first step in the process the body uses to break down and absorb nutrients in food. The food you put in your mouth can prompt the bacteria in your mouth to grow and multiply, leading to plaque formation, gum disease, and tooth decay. There are, however, foods...
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Tips for Caring for Someone After Oral Surgery

If your loved one has experienced oral surgery, they will likely require assistance during recovery. Improper aftercare can result in trauma or infection of the surgical area, so it is vital to be attentive while monitoring their recovery and providing care. Increase your chances of helping your loved one achieve a successful recovery by following the seven tips below: Advocate Rest. After oral surgery,...
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Mouth Health Tips for the New Year

Every year, many of us make commitments to improve our health and fitness, save more money, or eat better. This year, why not prioritize your oral health as well? Here are a few easy ways to maintain a happy mouth. Brush at Least Twice a Day Brushing your teeth regularly is necessary to protect against tooth decay and gum disease. Brushing reduces plaque buildup...
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Dental Health – It’s Well Worth the Investment

Oral health, including that of your mouth, teeth and gum tissue, is more important than you might realize. It is an essential part of your overall health and can impact other areas of your body negatively if you don’t take care of yourself. Practicing good dental health is a life-long investment and is worth every effort. The good news is you don’t have to do...
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Common Reasons for Tooth Loss

As an adult, proper tooth care is essential to keeping all your teeth, and keeping all your teeth is a contributing factor to your overall health, eating habits, and confidence. There’s no tooth fairy visit to look forward to anymore and no promise of another tooth growing in to fill the empty spot. The good news is that adults these days keep their teeth longer...
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Dental Referral System: Leading Reach

October 29, 2020

Given our commitment to the health and happiness of our patients, we are always exploring new ways to make dental care more accessible and convenient for you. That is why we’re excited to introduce you to the newest system we’ve adopted at OMSNashville: Leading Reach. Using Leading Reach, we will now be able to get crucial information to you at every step of care, presented...
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Are Oral Surgery and Dental Care Safe During the Pandemic?

October 19, 2020

While pandemic guidelines are continually being updated as we learn new information, it’s generally considered safest to stay home as much as possible. As a result, you might be wondering if keeping your dental care appointment or scheduling oral surgery is the right move for your health. Prioritize Your Dental Health Unfortunately, going too long without regular dental care can be hazardous to your health...
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Tobacco & Oral Cancer: Tips to Quit

November 11, 2019

As the primary cause of approximately 30% of all cancer deaths in the United States, tobacco use plays a significant role in the development of oral cancers, including cancers of the upper throat, mouth, lips, nasal cavity, larynx, esophagus, and throat. In fact, there is no safe method for using tobacco, as both smoking and using smokeless tobacco are especially prone to causing cancer of...
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How Sugar Impacts Oral Health

October 15, 2019

It’s Halloween, and along with the ghosts, goblins, and pumpkins comes lots of candy and sweets – and not just from trick-or-treating (or “inspecting” your children’s windfall). Many beloved fall treats and sweets, such as caramel and candied apples, and sweet potato casserole with marshmallow topping, can overload your mouth with sugar and take a toll on your teeth and gums. While most people know...
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Referring Patients to OMSNashville

September 10, 2019

We appreciate our local dental and medical community entrusting us through referrals with the care of patients. As a healthcare professional, there are a few items to know that can help your patients transition more easily into the care of OMSNashville. Before seeing a patient, it helps our office to have any x-rays or photos taken along with a referral card if available. In order...
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What Is A Tooth Abscess, And How Do I Know If I Have One?

July 31, 2019

Got a toothache? Suffering from issues like inflammation around a particular tooth, or sensitivity to heat and cold? You may have a dental abscess, which can be a serious dental condition. Read on to learn more about this condition, how to recognize it, and how you can get treatment from an oral professional to relieve your pain and discomfort, and save your abscessed tooth. Understanding...
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4 Reasons to be Thankful for Teeth

November 11, 2020

With Thanksgiving coming up, many people are counting all the things they have to be grateful for. If you have healthy teeth and gums, they should rank near the top of your list. Your mouth allows you to enjoy all the delicious tastes of the season, share news with loved ones you haven’t seen in months and show your beautiful smile to those you hold...
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Different Reasons Why Teeth Hurt

June 30, 2019

Tooth pain is serious. It can range from mild and manageable to excruciating and painful. Either way, tooth pain can throw off your entire routine and motivate an urgent visit to your dentist. A variety of factors can cause tooth pain, organized into two categories – dental and non-dental. Dental Tooth Pain Cavities are the leading cause of tooth pain. A cavity is a hole...
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Dental Emergencies When Traveling

May 23, 2019

If you’re planning a trip, the last thing on your mind is probably emergency dental services. It will quickly become a top priority, however, if you suffer from a painful toothache or lose a crown on vacation. Knowing what to do and where to go for help during a dental emergency, while not in your hometown can save you a great deal of anxiety in...
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Tips for Healthy Teeth

March 11, 2019

You may think that by the time you’re referred to an oral surgeon, the oral health ship has sailed, and there’s nothing more you can do. That couldn’t be further from the truth – you can always begin a tooth care regimen to prevent further damage. In fact, before and after oral surgery are two of the most important times to maintain your oral health....
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Dentist vs. Oral Surgeon

January 14, 2019

When you need to have a complex procedure done on your teeth or in your mouth, such as wisdom teeth removal, your dentist may recommend you visit an oral surgeon. While an oral surgeon may initially sound interchangeable with a dentist, they fulfill different roles and have different educational and training experience when it comes to dental health. Below is a guide to help Middle...
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Understanding Apicoectomy Surgery

September 13, 2018

When a nonsurgical root canal fails to save a tooth, your dentist may recommend having an apicoectomy. Below is a guide to some of the most frequently asked questions about apicoectomies to help patients grasp a better understanding of this relatively common oral surgery procedure. What Is an Apicoectomy? An apicoectomy involves an oral surgeon opening the gum tissue next to the tooth to get...
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What Is Leukoplakia: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Treat It

June 30, 2020

Have you noticed white patches or spots on your tongue or on the inside of your cheeks? It may be leukoplakia, a condition in which white lesions form inside the mouth. What is leukoplakia, what causes it, and how can you treat it? Here are answers to these questions and more. What Is Leukoplakia? Leukoplakia is a condition in which thick, white patches form inside...
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5 Frequently Asked Questions for Oral Surgeons

August 15, 2018

Oral surgery can be overwhelming. Whether you’re scheduled for your very first oral surgery, or you’ve undergone oral surgery before, you probably have several pressing questions for your oral surgeon. While each procedure is unique, the following are common questions most patients ask their surgeons. You are always welcome to contact OMSNashville for more detailed answers to your individual questions. Will It Hurt? Your oral...
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A Healthy Heart Depends on Good Oral Health

February 3, 2020

The heart is more than the organ we associate with love. The American Heart Association (AHA) strives to raise awareness about heart disease and how to preserve heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It’s important to learn about what impacts heart health, such as how oral health can affect your heart. How are Oral Health and Heart...
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