Spring sports season is in full swing with summer sports not far behind. At Jackson Dental, we cannot stress enough the importance of protecting teeth when doing any physical activity. While not wearing a mouth guard may not seem important,…
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Poor nutrition and dental health
Remember the good ole’ days of eating whatever you wanted, whenever you wanted? While kids might get away with a poor diet and not pay the price when it comes to their pants size, it’s important to remember that eating…
A-choo: Seasonal allergies and your dental health
Spring has officially arrived which means longer days, warmer temperatures and every allergies sufferer’s favorite thing – pollen. If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies then you know the pain that comes with…
What’s going on here?
Have you ever wondered exactly what it is your dentist does during your dental checkup? On the surface, it’s all about keeping your teeth sparkling clean, but in reality, it goes much deeper than that. Here are just five of…
Oh Baby.
The status of your teeth is probably not your top concern when you think about getting pregnant or find out you’re expecting. But a trip to the dentist should actually be on your to-do list sooner rather than later and…
What’s with all the poking around?
While we think a trip to see us is a great time, we know that our patients don’t always feel the same especially when it comes to the poking and probing inside your mouth. So what is all of that…
Energy drinks and your teeth
If you have an athlete in your family, you no doubt have a lot of empty sports and energy drink bottles filling your trashcans each week. While many parents and kids think of sports drinks as a better alternative to…
Diabetes and Oral Health
If you are one of the 29.1 million people living with diabetes, you know how tough chronic disease can be on teeth and oral health. If left untreated, diabetes can cause dry mouth due to lessened saliva production, an increased…
You just gotta smile
“I just like to smile! Smiling’s my favorite!” – Buddy the Elf December means Christmas movies and of course, this line from Elf is one of our favorites! Not only is smiling fun, but it can also have a positive…
Cold, flu and tooth pain
If you’ve ever had a serious cold or the flu, you know the aches and pains that come with it – including tooth pain. But have you ever wondered why these illnesses make your teeth hurt? More than likely the…