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  • Top Five Dental Myths

    Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

    Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read more
  • Zoom! Teeth Whitening To Remove Stains Quickly

    Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Oct. 14, 2021.

    Dr. Gene Smith of Smith Family Dentistry provides Zoom! teeth whitening treatments for patients that are unhappy with the shade of their smile. Your cosmetic dentist in Columbia, SC, recommends Zoom! Read more
    Category: Dental Procedures,  Oral Health,  Cosmetic Dentistry
  • The Best Brush of the Day

    Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

    Imagine that you’re only going to brush your teeth once tomorrow. Don’t worry, we know you would never skimp on your dental hygiene like that, but let’s just pretend for Read more
  • October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle

    Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

    Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more
  • What type of toothpaste is right for you?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

    Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more
  • Just What Is Plaque?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

    From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read more
  • Which whitening is right for you?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

    Many of our patients at Smith Family Dentistry have been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options available to you to Read more
  • Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!

    Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

    September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Read more
  • Happy Labor Day!

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

    Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
  • Courting Disaster

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

    When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read more
  • Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

    It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun. Read more
  • Treatment Options for TMD

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

    Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) refers to a diverse range of disorders that relate to muscular function in the jaw and face — the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). That could mean difficulty opening Read more
  • Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

    Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
  • Wiggle Room

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

    When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing Read more
  • Signs You May Need a Root Canal

    Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jul. 21, 2021.

    When left untreated, smaller issues like cavities can develop into something more serious that can damage your entire smile and even cause issues throughout the rest of your body. It’s Read more
    Category: Dental Procedures,  Oral Health
  • What did the first dentures look like?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

    Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read more