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Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Emergencies: Causes and treatment
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
When you think of a dental emergency, you may picture teeth that have fallen out or severe tooth pain. But it is not uncommon for wisdom teeth to develop conditions Read more -
Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more -
Don’t let a dental emergency ruin your summer vacation!
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
For many of our patients at Timber Creek Dental, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from dental emergencies, Read more -
What kind of toothbrush and toothpaste should my child use?
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
the doctor and our team know that as a parent, you want your child to be as healthy as possible. By now, you probably know that your son or daughter’s Read more -
Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
Your gums are responsible for a large part of your overall oral health. So keeping them healthy and knowing how to detect gum disease is extremely important. Since it’s often painless, Read more -
My gums are shrinking!
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more -
Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
After 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. the doctor Read more -
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: May 28, 2024.
Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more -
Memorial Day
posted: May 21, 2024.
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more -
Do you suffer from sleep apnea?
posted: May 14, 2024.
At Timber Creek Dental, we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After all, without Read more -
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 07, 2024.
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Timber Creek Dental. Everyone wants a Read more -
Stress and Your Oral Health
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.
Stress symptoms—which include high blood pressure, severe aches, and insomnia—may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is the culprit when in Read more -
Protect Your Baby from Early Childhood Caries
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.
Your baby’s first smiles are precious—and you want to make sure those precious smiles are as healthy as they are beautiful. One of the most important ways to protect your Read more -
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more -
Are My Child’s Baby Teeth on Schedule?
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.
Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy Read more