For many adults, a crooked smile can be a major nuisance. While some cosmetic dental issues like discoloration can be easily resolved, many adults shy away from clunky, unsightly, and uncomfortable metal braces. Thanks to Invisalign, old-school braces don’t have to be your only option. Invisalign treatments correct overcrowded and misaligned teeth with a series of transparent aligner […]
How Sugar Affects Your Teeth
Chocolate, gummy bears, soda, crème brûlée, a flavored latte . . . However you prefer to satisfy your sweet tooth, you need to be aware of how sugar affects your teeth. As it turns out, your dentist and your parents were telling the truth all those years: Sugar has an undeniably negative impact on your […]
Symptoms of Teeth Grinding
Some people talk in their sleep, walk in their sleep, or even eat in their sleep. While researchers are unclear about what causes these sleeping habits, they have a pretty good idea of what causes another troublesome nocturnal activity: bruxism, also known as teeth grinding. While a bedfellow with disrupted sleep might fill you in […]
How to Get Kids to Floss
Did you know that only 4 in 10 Americans floss daily? And 20 percent say they don’t floss at all! This can be disheartening news for parents trying to get their kids to form the good habit. However, we do have some good news: A Brown University study found that the habits kids form by age 9 are […]
Wilkinson Dental Is Moving to a New Office in November 2018!
We are thrilled to announce that Wilkinson Dental will be moving to a new office building in November! Less than two miles from our current office, the new location can be found at 1705 East Primrose Street in Springfield, Missouri. Our excellent team will continue to deliver exceptional service – we’ll just be doing it […]
What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?
Accidents happen, and unlike our other bones, teeth won’t repair themselves. If you damage a tooth when your dentist’s office isn’t open, it can be tricky to know whether you should rush to an emergency dental clinic or wait until your primary dentist is back in the office on Monday. After all, what constitutes a […]
What to Do If You Chip a Tooth
Your teeth are tough, but they aren’t invincible. Do you know what to do if you chip a tooth? Whether you are using your teeth to open a package, cheerfully crunching away on ice cubes, or surprised by an elbow to the jaw while playing your favorite sport, when you discover that you’ve got a […]
What Causes Bruxism?
Bruxism, more commonly known as teeth grinding, is more than just an annoyance to your bedfellow. Grinding your teeth night after night can lead to worn teeth, damaged enamel, headaches, and more. Experts have differing opinions about what causes bruxism. Keep reading to learn more about the potential causes, and talk to your dentist for […]
The Benefits of Smiling
When was the last time you smiled? When you’re dealing with everyday stressors like work, relationships, and finances, remembering to smile may be the last thing on your mind. However, smiling has myriad benefits, not all of them aesthetic. From reduced stress and physical pain to stronger relationships, the benefits of smiling are enough to […]
Causes of Oral Cancer
Oral cancer can affect any part of the mouth. It can begin as a sore on your lips, your tongue, your gums, the inside of your cheeks, or the roof or floor of your mouth. Of course, often a sore is just a sore. You might have a canker sore, cold sore, or even an […]
