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In a way, wisdom teeth are like termites. For something you mostly can’t see, they can cause a lot of trouble. The potential for trouble is why our Montgomery, AL dentists may recommend wisdom teeth removal. Most people get wisdom teeth in their late teens or early 20s. They may or may not experience discomfort. Since wisdom teeth are the ...

f you’ve got an infected tooth, you’ll need root canal therapy to save it. But does an infected tooth always hurt? While pain is a common symptom, it’s not always present. And it’s also not usually the only indicator you need a root canal. Check out our infographic, then call us ASAP at 334-600-1423 if you’re experiencing any of the ...

You probably look forward for years to some rites of passage, like getting your driver’s license. You may barely even be aware of others. If they don’t hurt, you may not pay much attention to wisdom teeth, the third and final set of molars that tend to come in during your late teenage years or early 20s.   Wisdom teeth are sometimes ...

Is it really harder to get your children to brush or floss their teeth than to do homework? Yes, according to respondents of a recent Delta Dental survey. Forty-five percent ranked getting a child to floss as their most challenging parental chore, ahead of brushing (cited by 37 percent), making the bed (30 percent) and finishing homework on time ...

If you’re like many of our patients, you won’t believe how fantastic your smile looks after getting dental veneers! You’ll want to keep your veneers looking great. Fortunately, it’s not difficult. Porcelain veneers are highly durable and should last for many years, with proper care. To see if dental veneers are right for your smile, ...

If you feel anxious at the dentist, you may have thought about dental sedation. It can certainly help calm your nerves. But there are other good reasons to get sedation too. For example, if you want to get several dental procedures in a single visit, sedation can keep you relaxed throughout your entire treatment.  Check out our infographic to ...

You know dentists and other dental experts recommend fluoride as a way to fight dental decay. But you may also have read articles online that link fluoride in water to some pretty serious health conditions. Do you need to be concerned about your family drinking fluoridated water? Generally speaking, no. Fluoride in water has many benefits that ...

If you’ve transformed your smile with cosmetic dentistry services, you might like to give your face a younger new look to go with your smile. We offer facial rejuvenation treatments in our Montgomery, AL dentist office that do just that. At Carmichael Dental Care, you can get: A treatment that relaxes your facial muscles to eliminate ...

If you’re getting your kids ready to go back to school, you’re probably shopping for clothes and school supplies. You may even be already trying to get them into a school frame of mind, with earlier bedtimes and more regular schedules. Good luck with that! But are you getting your children’s teeth ready for back to school? The waning days ...

Getting enough water is important for your dental health – and your overall health too. If you’re not drinking enough, you’re more likely to suffer from an unpleasant condition called dry mouth. The name tells you what you need to know about its primary symptom. It causes other unpleasant symptoms too, like bad breath and dry, cracked lips. ...