It is very important for you to care for your teeth, and there are several things you should avoid doing and consuming. Specifically, there are some drinks, such as sodas and other soft drinks, that you should avoid altogether. Fortunately, though, there are a number of healthy drinks you could consider replacing them with. You’re probably not surprised to learn... read more »
Christmas is a special time of year, especially because of the holiday spirit, family traditions, and Christmas decorations. However, it can be a scary time for your smile, which is why our Dental Excellence of Kennesaw team encourages you to take good care of your teeth and gums on a regular basis. To help you do so, we recommend that... read more »
When poor oral hygiene allows the natural bacteria in your mouth to bloom, it can lead to a number of oral health complications. If your tooth enamel has been compromised, a cavity can form. Without timely treatment, the tooth decay can spread to severely compromise the tooth. If it is detected early, your dentist, Dr. Lisa Kirshenbaum, can often treat... read more »
A toothbrush is just a toothbrush, right? It doesn't matter what kind you use as long as you're cleaning your teeth, right? Well, yes and no. Regularly cleaning your teeth is something everyone needs to do, but doing that with the right toothbrush will ensure your teeth are as clean and healthy as possible. That's why it's important to pick... read more »
Do you ever wonder why your dentist, Dr. Lisa Kirshenbaum, strongly encourages you to visit them every six months for a dental cleaning and exam? If so, our Dental Excellence of Kennesaw team is more than happy to tell you why! There are many reasons why your six month checkup is vital, and three of those reasons are: Reason No.... read more »
Autumn is in full swing and October is finally here. Our Dental Excellence of Kennesaw team in Kennesaw, Georgia, along with Dr. Lisa Kirshenbaum want to wish you and your family a healthy Halloween. Today we are sharing four tips from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. To encourage our patients to find a balance between celebrating the holiday festivities and... read more »
Even though a filling is designed to repair a small area of tooth decay for a long time, it will not last forever. As time passes, the pervasive bacteria in your mouth can infiltrate the seam between the filling and the surrounding tooth enamel. This can allow a new area of decay to form within the tooth. Sometimes you can... read more »
The concept of flossing the teeth has been around for thousands of years. Researchers have found evidence of floss use in prehistoric times. Archeologists have found evidence that Neanderthals used toothpicks made from small sticks to clean between their teeth. Horsehair may have been used as floss as well. In 1815, a New Orleans dentist, Dr. Levi Spear Parmly, began... read more »
Even though your dental crown has been cemented firmly into place, there are still times when a hard fall, blow to the face or gum disease can make it come loose. Early symptoms of compromised dental cement might include a minor pain when biting down or a slight wiggle in the crown. Regardless of the underlying cause, a loose crown... read more »
Welcome to Dental Excellence of Kennesaw serving patients in Kennesaw, Georgia and the surrounding areas, including Acworth, Marietta, and Woodstock, Georgia. Your dentist, Dr. Lisa Kirshenbaum, and our Dental Excellence of Kennesaw team care about you and your oral health, which is why we encourage you to keep your gums as healthy as possible. There are many reasons why you should... read more »