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Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They didn’t exist, of course, but how else could humans explain the holes that cavities make in teeth?
Read MoreHow better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our team at Perry Dental encourage you to warm up your mind this fall season with a few great books. Sure it may be easy to put off reading when balancing a hectic schedule, but reading is vital to brain development, and it’s usually a lot of fun too.
Read MoreAccording to the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips, on the surface of the gums, and under the tongue.
Read MoreTMD occurs when your bite is not properly aligned. It can cause the jaw to experience unnatural stresses and prevent it from resting properly when your mouth is closed. If you have TMD, you may have noticed a clicking noise when you chew, speak, or yawn; you may even experience pain and discomfort during these actions. In some cases, your jaw may feel “locked” following a wide yawn.
Read MoreA shopping mall is a great place to get lots of errands done in one trip. Department stores, clothing boutiques, specialty shops? So many tempting options all in one place. But teeth whitening? Maybe not.
Read MoreFor many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an enjoyable summer, and even get married. As the weather cools down, it’s easier to enjoy the outdoors. And regardless of what fall-related events are on your calendar, Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our team at Perry Dental know you’ll want to look your best.
Read MoreLabor 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, take the chance to barbeque in the beautiful Perry community, head to the lake, and wear your favorite pair of white pants.
Read MoreNobody can predict a dental emergency. That’s what makes them so terribly inconvenient. The good news is that our office is always available to assist you, so there’s no reason you should minimize an emergency.
Read MoreA lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake patients make in their oral care routine, and it can be detrimental to the gums and teeth.
Read MoreIn our office, we customize treatment for every patient. We’d like to talk about three dental treatments you should be aware of: dental implants, bite guards, and teeth whitening.
Read MoreIf you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our team have put together a cheat sheet to help you through them.
Read MoreX-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to improve them. While there is always some risk in exposure to radiation, dental X-ray exposure has decreased significantly due to all the advances in technology. So there’s risk, but X-rays are quite safe.
Read MoreA dental office on the cutting edge of technology offers numerous benefits to its patients. Whether you are in need of a simple cleaning or extensive restorative work, these technologies will help you stay more comfortable and give you better results than the outdated tools used in many offices. Here are some of the technologies that you can expect to see in our modern dental office:
Read MoreHappy Independence Day from Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Americans love to celebrate the anniversary of our country's independence! Today we're devoting the Perry Dental blog to some fun facts about the Fourth!
Read MoreIf you’ve been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth arrived, you might expect that he or she is already familiar with Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our staff. Often, though, months pass between visits, which is a very long time for a child. How can you make your preschooler’s return visit a happy one? We have some suggestions!
Read MoreOur team at Perry Dental will tell you brushing on a regular basis is critical for a healthy mouth, but you can definitely overdo a good thing. Known as “toothbrush abrasion,” overbrushing can lead to sensitive teeth and receding gums, not to mention the wearing down of the protective layers of your tooth enamel.
Read MoreDental fillings usually protect our teeth, but sometimes they need to be protected, too. If you lose a filling, contact our Perry office immediately and let us advise you on the next steps to take.
Read MoreAfter your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our team at Perry Dental will tell you there aren’t many emergency situations that can be avoided when it comes to dental health, but one crisis that can easily be prevented before your teen heads hundreds of miles away for college is wisdom tooth extraction.
Read MoreOne of the most frequent questions that Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our team hear is about what kinds of snacks are best for a child’s dental health. Sugary snacks are inevitable sometimes, but it’s vital for you as a parent to monitor how frequently your child is eating the kinds of snacks that may give him or her a cavity or two down the line.
Read MoreMemorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States, and it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Decoration Day, this solemn day has been marked on calendars since the end of the American Civil War—originally a day to commemorate both the Confederate and Union soldiers who fought and died in the war.
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