by Dr. Jill Tetrick, DDS | Mar 9, 2020 | Dental Care
Knowing the Key to Prevention If proper plaque control is practiced, gingivitis can be reversed in nearly all cases. Where proper plaque control is concerned, it means daily brushing and flossing and at least twice a year professional cleanings Yes, proper oral...
by Dr. Jill Tetrick, DDS | Feb 28, 2020 | Dental Care
Causes, Risk Factors and Symptoms of Gingivitis Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums. It’s mild and very common with a tendency to increase in severity as people age. However, gingivitis is most commonly seen in late adolescence. It is most often unaddressed and...
by Dr. Jill Tetrick, DDS | Feb 23, 2020 | Dental Care
The Short Journey of Baby Teeth Parents and young children who want to understand their teeth may find this simple guide an easy first step into the world of dentistry. It will make for easy understanding as to what happens or what to expect as your baby gets older...
by Dr. Jill Tetrick, DDS | Feb 17, 2020 | Dental Care
Causes of Back Teeth Problems Anybody who brushes his or her teeth knows that the posterior teeth or the teeth furthest at the back of the mouth are more difficult to reach via tooth brushing or flossing. By design, your back teeth have grooves and ridges that enable...
by Dr. Jill Tetrick, DDS | Feb 7, 2020 | Dental Care
Considerations for Missing Teeth If you have a missing tooth, or teeth for that matter, there are a couple of options you can consider. Dental bridge or dental implant, each of which has its advantages. Both restore the function of missing teeth, as well as bring back...
