Happy Holidays
Happy holidays from the team at James River Family Dentistry! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!
Can Children Get Gum Disease?
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, sounds like an adult problem. As long as kids can keep their mouths cavity-free, they're doing just fine, right? Not exactly. In fact, the American Academy of Periodontology said, "Epidemiologic studies indicate that gingivitis of varying severity is nearly universal in children and adolescents," although it usually is less serious [...]
Your Dental Benefits Are Expiring!
It’s that time of year again when you are busy with school schedules, getting ready for cooler weather, and making upcoming holiday plans. During this hectic time, you may not be thinking about your available or unused dental insurance benefits, but our James River Family Dentistry team is! Whether you have remaining insurance benefits or [...]
Bruxism: Recognizing the Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
Millions of people unconsciously grind their teeth, an action formally known as bruxism. Although occasional bruxism is not likely to cause significant damage, many people are unaware that they have been clenching their jaw and grinding their teeth until worrisome symptoms develop. Recognizing the signs of bruxism and understanding the treatment options available at James [...]
A Look At The Anatomy Of A Tooth
A tooth is a lot more complicated than just the hard enamel exterior. Most of us don’t really know the components of a tooth or what each part does. Understanding the anatomy of a tooth and how the parts work together is an important part of your general dental health. Working from the top down [...]
Fixing Damaged Teeth: How Dental Crowns, Bridges and Implants Can Help
Damaged teeth can not only be painful, but also affect your confidence and appearance. Fortunately, there are several options available at James River Family Dentistry to help repair damaged teeth and restore your smile. In this blog post, we'll explore the different options for fixing damaged teeth, including dental crowns, bridges and implants. Dental Crowns [...]
Teeth Whitening At James River Family Dentistry
Teeth whitening is a popular way to achieve a brighter and whiter smile. There are many different ways to whiten your teeth, including over-the-counter whitening treatments and professional whitening procedures. At James River Family Dentistry, we offer Opalescent Professional Whitening and Opalescence Go. How do we Whiten your Teeth? We offer Opalescent Professional Whitening, which [...]
Oral Cancer Awareness
Oral cancer is a serious and potentially deadly disease that affects thousands of people every year. April has been designated as Oral Cancer Awareness Month in the United States, providing an important opportunity to learn more about this condition, understand the risk factors and find out how best to protect ourselves from developing it. What [...]
Help Your Child Stop Thumb Sucking
Thumb sucking is a normal habit for babies and toddlers. In fact, some ultrasounds reveal that babies will suck their thumbs in the womb! This self-soothing reflex helps your child feel safe, secure and comforted. So, why are we suggesting that you help your child stop sucking their thumb? Why Should Thumb Sucking Be Stopped? [...]
February Is National Children’s Dental Health Month!
The depth of winter is an exciting time for us in the dental field. Why? Every February, for the last 76 years, the American Dental Association has recognized the unique importance of oral hygiene for children by celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month. Many are surprised to learn the tradition of this yearly happening is [...]