Do you have crooked teeth that make it hard to remove plaque? Even if you brush and floss every day, you may feel frustrated that you still get cavities and have bleeding gums because you can’t quite reach all of the crowded spaces in your mouth. Not to mention that you don’t feel as great about your smile as you’d like to! Your dentist has probably mentioned the option of straightening your teeth – but truth be told, you’d rather avoid the embarrassment of braces! And who could blame you? It’s not exactly the most appealing option, especially as an adult. The good news is that there’s an option to straighten your teeth without the hassle of traditional braces: Invisalign. A dentist in Collierville talks about how it works and why it may be right for you.
January 3, 2018
A Dentist in Collierville Says Straight Teeth Are Healthier Teeth!
December 11, 2017
Answers to Your Questions About Dental Implants of Collierville
You’ve decided that it’s time to do something about your missing teeth, because the years of feeling insecure about your smile have taken a toll on you. You’ve heard a lot of good things about the dental implant process, and you’re considering trying it out. The only thing hindering you, though, are some unanswered questions that you have. Your local dentist has some answers for you about dental implants of Collierville to help you make the best decision.
October 30, 2017
Dental Implants in Collierville Can Be Easily Placed!
Have missing teeth? Have you experimented with a different tooth replacement option like partial dentures? If those aren’t providing you the results you truly want, you should consider highly successful dental implant placement! In fact, you could have a long-lasting, permanent replacement with a high success rate of at least 95%! Learn more about dental implants in Collierville in this week’s blog post.
August 11, 2017
Your Dentist in Collierville Discusses How to Handle a Dental Emergency
There are two things you can count on when you experience a dental emergency. 1) It will not happen at a convenient time. 2) It may feel frightening, painful, or overwhelming. These feelings are normal, and the first thing you should do is remain calm. The next thing you should do is contact your dentist in Collierville. With the right team on your side, you can rest at ease knowing everything will be all right. It also helps when you know how to manage an emergency situation, so here are some helpful tips on handling common dental emergencies.
May 17, 2017
Kid’s Teeth 101 – Tips From Your Family Dentist In Collierville
We don’t have to tell you how great your kids are – and we know just how much they make you smile. And when you do, you wonder if you’re doing everything you should to take care of your children’s teeth. Sure – you make sure they brush, and you’re working on flossing, but are you missing anything when it comes to their oral hygiene? In this post, your respected family dentist in Collierville shares the tips you need to keep your children’s smiles shining bright. Take this course in Kid’s Teeth 101 from Dr. Joshua Holcomb to learn more.
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April 28, 2017
Attention: Helpful Tips to Improve Your Chronic Dry Mouth!
Do you constantly feel thirsty? Even after you just tried to quench your thirst, your mouth ends up drier than the Sahara Desert just a few minutes later. Not only is this frustrating, but the chronic bad breath that accompanies dry mouth is embarrassing. Truth be told, chronic dry mouth really isn’t good for your oral health either. The office of Joshua Holcomb, DDS wants you to know the negative effects dry mouth could be having on your health and how to reverse them.
February 14, 2017
Are Porcelain Veneers In Colliersville Right For Me?
You cannot wish away your smile defects. While your smile is healthy, those dark stains and chipped front teeth hurt your self-confidence. A friend has told you about porcelain veneers from Collier dentist, Dr. Joshua A. Holcomb. Could they be the cosmetic refurbishment you need for a dazzling new look? Find out about veneers and if you qualify for them at a cosmetic dentistry consultation with Dr. Holcomb.
November 13, 2016
Braces vs. Invisalign in Collierville
You and your friends decided to go on a nice long hike today, and it’s been a great trip. The weather was just perfect and the vistas were beautiful. Now it’s finally time to relax and enjoy the view from the top, but your friends immediately take out their cameras and phones and ask everyone to stand together. You know in a day that all of these pictures will be up on social media, and many of them will feature your crooked teeth. You’ve always been self-conscious about them, but you never could convince yourself that braces were right for you. They just seem like they’d be so uncomfortable, but what else can you do? Dr. Joshua Holcomb wants you to know that you can get the straighter smile you’ve always wanted with Invisalign in Collierville. (more…)
September 19, 2016
Are Porcelain Inlays, Onlays, or Dental Fillings For You?
The morning is already a tough proposition. Your house might as well be Grand Central Station. Everyone is in a rush to get somewhere, whether it be work or school. Just like the train station, there are inevitably delays. It always seems to work out though, and you get your minute in the mirror to do one last check before you’re out the door. This is probably your least favorite part of the routine, because you always notice your broken and discolored teeth. It would certainly make the mornings nicer if you had a chance to fix them. Have you ever considered porcelain inlays, onlays, or dental fillings to address this issue? (more…)
June 10, 2016
How your Collierville sedation dentist helps anxiety
Experts estimate that as many as 15 percent of adults in the United States postpone going to the dentist or stop getting the oral care they need. What’s the problem? It’s dental anxiety, a fear so intense that people suffer panic attacks, insomnia and more. What’s the solution? It’s gentle care from Collierville sedation dentist, Joshua Holcomb DDS. (more…)