Tooth Talk
Your Childs First Visit to the Dentist
Parents often wonder when should take my child to the dentist. Should you wait until all the teeth have come in, or wait until the child has a problem? I say no. I encourage parents […]
Articles by Dr. Jacqueline Butler Mitchell, DDS
Is Flossing Really Important?
We have all heard from our dentist and hygienist how important it is to floss our teeth, but is it really necessary? Flossing is an important part of helping you to have good oral hygiene […]
Health & Wellness
Do You Want a Whiter Smile?
When brushing twice a day and flossing doesn’t help improve your yellow stained teeth, it’s time to consider other options. White teeth help to radiate your appearance, your confidence, and it enhances your smile. Whitening […]
Health & Wellness
Diabetes and Oral Health
It is estimated that over 12 million Americans have Diabetes or Pre-Diabetes and close to 75% of these patients also have oral infections, (gingivitis and periodontal disease). When you have diabetes, high blood sugar can […]
Health & Wellness
Smoking and Oral Health
It is common knowledge that smoking is bad for your health. It is often overlooked the effects smoking has on the health of your teeth. Here are some of the ways smoking affects your teeth […]
Tooth Talk
What Causes Bad Breath?
Have you ever found yourself asking “why does my breath smell bad,” well you are not alone. Bad breath happens to so many people and it can be caused by a multitude of reasons. Unfortunately, […]
