Many people are surprised that they can have a dead tooth within their mouth because they often do not understand how their teeth are alive in the first place. Teeth are made up of three different layers – the pulp, the dentin, and the enamel. While the enamel is the white layer that is revealed…
When it comes to cavity prevention the best person for the job is you. Choices you make on a daily basis are essential to keeping your mouth healthy and cavity free. As Benjamin Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Doing simple actions routinely will help to ensure that…
It is imperative for parents to understand how important it is to take their children to the dentist from a very young age. Approximately 1 out of every 3 children will develop a cavity before they begin losing their baby teeth. It is a parent’s complete responsibility to care for their young children’s teeth, and…
If there were an easy fix to protect your teeth in order to successfully and easily (and without any pain!) prevent cavities and tooth decay, would you be interested? Well, let us talk about dental sealants. Dental sealants are thin, plastic coverings that are painted onto the surfaces of the back teeth in order to…
If you want a trim, healthy body then you know that a clean diet and exercise are not options but necessary actions. You also need to know that if you value your teeth and want the most beautiful smile possible – flossing is not an option. Flossing has long been one of the most hated…
Dental emergencies catch everyone off guard, and they are often accompanied by severe pain. Prompt treatment is almost always required to alleviate pain and to repair the tooth for the best possible chance of full restoration. At Pure Dental Health in Buckhead we offer same day services for patients who need emergency dental care. We…
It may seem odd, but if you suffer from recurring headaches the best person to discuss this with may be your dentist. Many people who do not find relief from frequent headaches after visiting their physician and going through treatment often find that they are actually experiencing what are considered to be “dental headaches.” Most…
Meeting the needs of each dental patient may seem like a normal part of any dental practice, but many people are surprised by how often they receive “one size fits all” care at their dentist’s office. At Pure Dental Health we are committed to providing our patients with the most personalized dental care possible. Our…
Accidents happen to everyone – and they typically do not happen at convenient times. Dental emergencies are no different. Any time there is injury to the teeth or gums it can be a potentially serious situation, and people should go to the dentist as soon as possible. Ignoring an oral injury can increase the risk…
Dental sealants are a preventive dental treatment used to seal the teeth and act like a barrier to prevent cavities. A plastic material is placed in the pits and fissures of the molars and premolars to prevent bacteria from growing in these hard to clean areas. At Pure Dental Health we offer dental sealants to…
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