Healthy Diet, Healthier Gums?
- posted: Oct. 16, 2024
Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder the doctor and our team stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental Read More
Beneficial Beverage or Damaging Drink?
- posted: Oct. 09, 2024
Talking about a healthy diet usually means talking about food. After all, our teeth and gums need protein, vitamins, and minerals to stay strong and free from cavities and gum Read More
What's on your fall reading list?
- posted: Oct. 02, 2024
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at James Read More
Caring for Your Night Guard
- posted: Sep. 25, 2024
You might have experienced painful morning headaches. Or have a partner or housemate who begged you to please keep those grinding noises down at night. Or perhaps you were unhappily Read More
Is sleep apnea linked to cancer? Studies say, ‘Yes’.
- posted: Sep. 18, 2024
Recently, multiple studies have concluded that people with sleep apnea, a disorder that causes snoring, fatigue, and dangerous gaps in breathing at night due to throat muscles collapsing, are five Read More
Which whitening is right for you?
- posted: Sep. 11, 2024
Many of our patients at James P. Watts, DMD have been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options available to you Read More
Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
- posted: Sep. 04, 2024
It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If Read More
Happy Labor Day!
- posted: Aug. 28, 2024
Labor 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, this is your last Read More
What is a crown?
- posted: Aug. 21, 2024
If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get Read More
How do I know when I have a cavity?
- posted: Aug. 14, 2024
the doctor and our team at James P. Watts, DMD frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss Read More
The Dog Days of Summer
- posted: Aug. 07, 2024
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read More
What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
- posted: Jul. 31, 2024
It’s easy to miss a dental appointment. Life and duties intervene, and suddenly you have to push your appointment back once, then again, or forget about it. We get that. These Read More
I chipped a tooth. What can I do?
- posted: Jul. 24, 2024
You just crunched down on a piece of hard food when you suddenly realize there is something hard still in your mouth. Your nightmare is confirmed when you retrieve a Read More
Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
- posted: Jul. 17, 2024
Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you're experiencing really a Read More
Canker Sores and Stress
- posted: Jul. 10, 2024
Canker sores are painful lesions that form in the soft tissues of the mouth, usually along the inner lips, under the tongue, and along the cheek walls. They are usually Read More
Fun Facts for the Fourth
- posted: Jul. 03, 2024
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read More
