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Dental Insurance Doesn’t Guarantee People Will Care for Their Teeth

Even though someone has insurance, it doesn’t mean they will use it. Read on to learn how outreach and education is also needed. Thanks for visiting us at Mt. Juliet and Cookeville Endodontics. Having dental insurance doesn’t mean people will actually take care of their teeth, a new study indicates. The findings suggest patient outreach…

Does It Matter What Type of Toothpaste You Buy?

Certain types of toothpaste are better than others. Read on to learn more, and thanks for visiting Mt. Juliet and Cookeville Endodontics. Yes, it actually does matter what kind of toothpaste you buy. Choosing a brand and a type, however, shouldn’t require too much forethought. Most of the time, toothpaste “features” don’t matter and you’re…

Soft Drinks Can Cause Dental Decay

Even though most people understand what soda can do to your teeth, they continue to drink it anyway. Read on to learn how it is that soda can cause dental decay. Thanks for visiting us at Mt. Juliet and Cookeville Endodontics. Soft drinks could be hard on your teeth, and cause dental decay, say researchers…

Americans Fear Tooth Loss More Than Flu and Root Canals

Would you rather have a tooth extracted and an implant placed as opposed to a root canal? Though people do fear losing a permanent tooth, they are more anxious about root canals than tooth extractions and implants. Root canals are a painless procedure that saves your natural tooth, which is always the best option. Though…

Dr. Jonathan Uhles

We would like to introduce Dr. Jonathan Uhles to our family of referring doctors. Dr. Uhles recently completed his Endodontic Residency and joined our practice immediately thereafter. Dr. Davis volunteers his time teaching the endodontic residents at UT in Memphis once a month and has had the time to get to know the residents very…

Why Does Plaque Cause Gums to Bleed?

Bleeding gums are a sure sign that you are in need of dental care. Read on to learn how plaque can do serious damage to your teeth and gums. Thanks for visiting Mt. Juliet and Cookeville Endodontics. Bacteria (also known as plaque), tartar, food and dental work are the 4 main irritants that cause gums to bleed.…

Seniors and Oral Hygiene

Oral health and our overall health are linked. Poor oral health can lead to other serious problems such as diabetes and heart disease. As we grow older, we need to have functioning teeth so that we can continue to eat the foods that best benefit our overall health. Read on to learn more, and thanks…

How to Prevent Bad Breath

Bad breath is never pleasant for anyone. What can be done to prevent it? Read on to learn how. Thanks for visiting Mt. Juliet and Cookeville Endodontics. Bad breath is something that we all have experienced in our lives and all hope to never have again. If you think you are immune to the curse…

Batting for Brad

I wanted to write today about a cause that is very important to me: Batting for Brad. Brad McTigue is my college roommate who has poly cystic kidney disease. He went on dialysis about 15 months ago. He is a math teacher and his wife is an art teacher. He is on the transplant list. [fusion_builder_container…

Use Fluoride When First Tooth Appears

The ADA has updated their guidance regarding when children should begin using fluoride on their teeth, and the new recommendation is when the first tooth erupts. Read on to learn more, and thanks for visiting us at Mt. Juliet and Cookeville Endodontics. The ADA’s Council on Scientific Affairs has updated its guidance for caregivers on…

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