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What is hyperdontia?
posted: Mar. 22, 2023.

When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Wilson Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2023.

Millions of people, around Germantown, Tennessee and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
Best Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
posted: Mar. 08, 2023.

Nobody likes bad breath, and although it can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have it, it is always better to practice good oral health than risk having a Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2023.

At Wilson Dental Care, 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 Read more
Seven Foods that will Give You a Smashing Smile
posted: Feb. 22, 2023.

As the saying goes, you are what you eat. But did you know that what you eat also affects your smile? Chow down on these seven tasty treats, recommended by Read more
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Feb. 15, 2023.

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more
The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more
February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
Common Emergency Visits: From lost fillings to broken dentures
posted: Jan. 25, 2023.

You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available Read more
What exactly is tinnitus?
posted: Jan. 18, 2023.

It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s Read more
Root Canal FAQs
posted: Jan. 11, 2023.

Most people hear the word root canal and panic. With today’s state of the art equipment and improved local anesthetic devices, and some knowledge, a root canal does not have Read more
How Root Canals Can Keep You Healthy
posted: Apr. 06, 2022.

Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read more
The Importance Of Regular Dental Checkups
posted: Feb. 18, 2022.

When was the last time you paid Dr. Nishel Patel or Dr. Charlyn Wilson a visit? If you're like many people, chances are it was more than six months ago. Read more
What Is Restorative Dentistry?
posted: Dec. 20, 2021.

If you need fillings, crowns, bridges, full and partial dentures, or implant restoration, you can trust Dr. Nishel Patel and Dr. Charlyn Wilson at Wilson Dental Care in Germantown, TN Read more
Cosmetic Dentistry For Receding Gums
posted: Nov. 15, 2021.

Cosmetic dental procedures can help patients achieve the smile of their dreams. Often when people think of cosmetic dental care they think of ways to improve their teeth, but cosmetic Read more
Can I Get Invisalign With An Overbite?
posted: Oct. 29, 2021.

Getting Invisalign in Germantown, TN, can help with a variety of different oral health problems, including crooked teeth and much more, but can you use this procedure if you have Read more