Posts by Dr. Cory Fortson

If you’re experiencing bleeding gums, you’re not alone. While a small amount of blood is not a cause of concern, regular bleeding is. Below we share common reasons for bleeding gums and when to seek help from your dentist.   Common Reasons for Bleeding Gums There are a variety of reasons for bleeding gums. The main…

Good oral and dental hygiene is very important to increase overall health. An unhealthy mouth can lead to many issues including gum disease, tooth decay, and can eventually increase your risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or diabetes. Not only can an unhealthy mouth lead to serious issues, but it can also be painful…

Whether you have jaw problems, crooked teeth or bite issues, modern orthodontic treatments and practices make it easy to achieve the straight smile you want. With the wide variety of options available, obnoxious headgear and painful processes are things of the past. Patients have access to almost completely invisible treatment options that are just as…

Many parents don’t understand the importance of being proactive about their child’s oral health because the primary, or baby, teeth are only temporary. Starting the habit of proper dental care at a young age will encourage the same practices in the future once the first permanent tooth shows up. Also, having damaged or decayed primary…

Brushing your teeth is a task that we all know is important, but sometimes we forget to do it. At a young age, we are taught how to brush our teeth, but it’s not something that is reinforced as much once we are adults. So, it’s good to have a refresher from time to time…

Tooth pain is usually something we don’t think about until we are experiencing that unwanted severe tooth pain. However, how do you know where this pain is even coming from in the first place? Well, there can be many different causes for why your teeth hurt aside from the most obvious issue, a cavity. It’s…

Fluoride plays an important role in oral health maintenance and is single-handedly one of the best cavity fighters. Although brushing and flossing your teeth is a great way to keep up with your oral hygiene at home, skipping fluoride could be detrimental. Many people do not realize the importance of incorporating fluoride into their daily…

Most people cringe at the phrase “root canal” but this simple procedure’s bad reputation really isn’t warranted, as it’s quite harmless. As technology has evolved, procedures that were once a hassle are now much easier and less painful for everyone. Root canals often make patients nervous, but this article will help make a potential root…

Oral cancer – a kind of head and neck cancer – is the overarching term for mouth and teeth cancer that can start in any area of the oral cavity, including the lips, throat, salivary glands, tongue, the floor of the mouth, and more. Although the survival rate for those diagnosed with mouth and teeth…

TMJ, or temporomandibular joint syndrome, is a painful feeling inside the jaw triggered by an array of medical problems. The temporomandibular joint is the joint connecting the skull area directly in front of the ear to the lower jaw. Some of the muscles used to chew attach to the lower jaw. When there are problems…