There are times when you’re chewing gum or enjoying a meal that you accidentally bite down lightly on your tongue. These instances are rarely traumatic and prove to be little more than a nuisance. However, there are some other rare situations when something like a blow to the face or hard fall can cause more significant damage to your tongue.... read more »

Your tooth enamel is made up of microscopic mineral structures. This creates pores that can hold onto surface stains. If the stains are not removed on a daily basis, these surface stains can penetrate into the tooth enamel, causing stubborn stains on your smile. One way to prevent this from happening is to brush your teeth with a whitening toothpaste... read more »

At our dental practice in Union Springs, Alabama, we encourage our patients to take good care of your child’s baby teeth to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles. Dr. Letitia M. Williams would like to share some basic guidelines to help you care for your child's smile in the early years. In the beginning, cleaning your child’s teeth is easy:... read more »

With the winter rush beginning to form around us, you should jump on board with a brighter smile today. What better way to greet the holiday season than with a whiter smile. Teeth whitening treatments are fast and effective ways to brighten your smile in as little as one use. Below are a few of the various ways to enjoy... read more »

Keeping your smile healthy and strong is easier than you might realize. There are things you can do on a regular basis to keep your teeth, gums, and oral health in tip-top shape, and those things are: -Keep up on oral hygiene: It’s very important that you deeply clean your smile each day by brushing, flossing, and rinsing. It’s best... read more »

Your tooth enamel is made up of a hard-mineral structure that is composed of microscopic crystals. Throughout an average day, the natural bacteria in your mouth and the acidic foods you consume can gradually deplete the mineral’s density. This creates microscopic pores where tooth decay can form. Fortunately, exposing your tooth enamel to fluoride can help restore this microscopic mineral... read more »

A chipped tooth in your smile can affect your appearance and leave you feeling socially awkward. If the chip is significant, the tooth might not be a viable candidate for a simple filling. If the chip is significant or if it is in a critical location on the tooth, Dr. Letitia M. Williams might recommend restoring the entire tooth with... read more »

As you may know, some very popular foods could lead to problems with your breath. For that reason—along with a few others—many people tend to use breath mints and chewing gum. While these are useful options, they only mask bad breath without addressing the root of the problem. In other words, if you're interested in improving your breath, you may... read more »

Left unchecked, severe tooth decay on any one of your teeth can pose a serious threat to your oral health and the overall function of your mouth. Sometimes the decay can penetrate so deep into the tooth that it compromises the sensitive internal structures. In extreme cases, the root of the tooth can be so badly damaged, decayed, or infected,... read more »

Your tooth enamel is designed to protect the internal structures of your teeth, while also giving you the ability to bite off, chew and grind tough foods. It gets its amazing strength from densely packed microscopic mineral crystals. The density of these mineral crystals helps to prevent the bacteria in your mouth from forming cavities. Unfortunately, it is possible for... read more »