Article updated on 6/25/2018 YES! X-rays have been used in dentistry for a long time, and the amount of radiation has significantly decreased with advances in technology. While there is risk in every health diagnostic procedure at Dental Care Group, the benefits must outweigh the risks. Dental X-rays do indeed…
What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Franklin, TN office, now is an excellent time to schedule one. Regular visits to Dental Care Group can be the first line of defense against oral cancer, by identifying early…
Many patients at Dental Care Group are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less likely to cause damage. Other good brushing habits include brushing your teeth at least twice a day, replacing your toothbrush…
“St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time — a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must be St. Patrick’s Day! If you’re not Irish, how do you go about celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? It’s easy:…
At Dental Care Group, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of the most common ways we recommend to boost your oral health is by improving your diet, because you (and…
When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. However, Dr. Tate Eble and our team want you to know that emerging research is revealing a possible connection between uncontrolled diabetes and dental problems. Whether you have…
