The Consequences of Missing Your Professional Teeth Cleaning
The American Dental Association recommends professional teeth cleaning at intervals determined by your dentist. Some people will need to visit the dentist more often, some less often. It all depends on you and your unique smile! A general rule is that every…
Read MoreTop Reasons Why Your Kids Need a Back-to-School Dental Checkup
It’s that time of year! The kids are heading back to school and you’re glad summer is finally over. The kids have their new classes, new school supplies, and have had their regular checkup at the doctor to ensure all is…
Read MoreThe Top 6 Worst Drinks for Your Teeth
Food isn’t the only thing that affects your teeth sugary treats are bad, but sugary drinks can be even more damaging to your smile! This is especially true when we drink over prolonged periods of time. Sipping on the wrong types of…
Read MoreYour Guide to Cosmetic Dentistry Options
Losing a tooth or several teeth due to decay or an injury is life-changing. Your smile is the gateway to your face people say a smile is the first thing they notice about other people. What you love about your smile today…
Read MoreWhy Brushing Before Breakfast Is Better
Most people have a preference as to when they take care of their oral health in the morning either before or after breakfast. Many people can’t stand the bad taste in their mouth in the morning and brush immediately after waking and…
Read MoreCan Oral Piercings Damage Your Teeth?
Oral piercings have become very popular among teens and adults alike from tongue barbells to lip rings to even getting the connective tissue in your mouth pierced, piercers can do just about anything these days. Although these trendy practices may seem cool…
Read MoreThe Best and Worst Summer Treats for Your Smile
In the heat of summer, you naturally gravitate towards cold foods and treats to help keep you cool! There are many summer treats that are healthy for your teeth and gums, but there are just as many more that are harmful.…
Read MoreMissing Teeth and Your Smile What You Need to Know
Are you one of the millions of Americans who are missing at least one tooth? Even just one lost tooth can affect your smile more than you think. People can lose teeth because of trauma, but tooth decay and gum disease…
Read MoreIs Your Oral Health Connected to Your Heart Health?
When we take care of our teeth and gums, we’re not only benefitting our mouths, but we could be benefitting our hearts too! Although the research isn’t quite conclusive, evidence that links oral health and heart disease could encourage patients to…
Read MoreWhat Age Should Your Child See the Dentist? (And Why It Matters.)
Having a baby is an exciting time, but you’re also worried about taking the best care of your child when he or she arrives! Of the many tasks that come with caring for a baby, one of them is caring for…
Read More5 Reasons You May Have Chronic Bad Breath
Nearly everyone experiences that awful morning breath before brushing, but what about people who experience chronic bad breath (known as halitosis), even after their oral care routine? Some people find that they have bad breath even shortly after brushing or in…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About TMJ Disorders
Does your jaw make odd noises when chewing or speaking? Or perhaps you wake up with headaches and tender jaw muscles. What about popping when you open or ear pain? All of these and more are symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder, or…
Read MoreCan Gum Disease Be Reversed?
Gum disease, a term used to describe gingivitis and periodontal disease, affects millions of Americans. The cause is primarliy due to inadequately removing certain bacteria from your teeth and gingival tissue. Bacteria and food debris can irritate the gums by forming plaque and tartar. This material forms above…
Read MoreHow Tooth Sensitivity Happens and What to Do About It
Tooth sensitivity is when your teeth hurt when introduced to hot or cold, sweet, and even spicy foods. Many people live with the symptoms of tooth sensitivity and don’t seek treatment. This is because most patients don’t realize that tooth sensitivity can actually…
Read MoreDental Implants: Your FAQs Answered!
Dental implants are one of the best choices to replace missing teeth. Dental implants are extremely sturdy and look and function just like your real teeth. They are often placed, but always restored, by your dentist in Asheville, Dr. Saunders, and…
Read MoreHow Coffee Affects Your Smile
Are you part of the 54% of Americans who drink coffee every day? If so, you’re probably pretty attached to your morning cup of joe. Besides being warm and tasty, coffee gives many people that caffeine boost they just can’t kick…
Read MoreYou May Soon Be Able to Replace Enamel
You’ve heard it said by your dentist in Asheville you can’t replace your tooth enamel once it’s lost. Enamel is that shiny, protective coating over your teeth. Enamel does a lot more than just make your teeth shiny. It protects your teeth…
Read MoreIs Local Anesthesia Safe for Pregnant Women?
During your pregnancy, you do everything you can to protect your baby and encourage his or her healthy growth. However, what happens when you need dental work while carrying your child? Previously, anesthesia use was thought to be best avoided by…
Read MoreBringing Kids the Message of Good Dental Health
Teeth they come in handy when you chew or smile. Kindergartners at a local Asheville elementary school found out all about teeth when Dr. Steve Saunders visited their school bringing the message of good dental health, as part of the National Children’s…
Read MoreAsheville Dentist Fall Recipe
The all-American favorite apple pie begins with firm, crisp, slightly tart apples. And the best place to buy them is just a few minutes drive from our Asheville dental office. On a recent September day, I drove to a Hendersonville apple orchard to…
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