
How can I protect my child’s teeth during sports?
Sports are great for children for a variety of reasons. Children can develop their motor skills, learn how to solve conflicts and work together, and develop their work ethics. As

Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge

What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
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.

Protect Your Enamel from Dental Erosion
We know that the foods we eat and drink can have a definite impact on our smiles. Staining is an unhappy side effect of many of our menu favorites. That’s

St. Patrick’s Day
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who

Pick the right electric toothbrush!
The electronic toothbrush has undergone several technological advances since the 1960s. Everything from design and bristle motions to rotation, oscillation, and sonic vibration has led to dramatic changes in this

Tips for Managing Oral Pain
Experiencing tooth or oral pain is not fun. If you cannot get to Aaron Wellborn right away, the pain may even seem to increase. The old saying that a tooth

Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?
As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being

The Transformation of Valentine’s Day
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine’s Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the

Smoking and Dental Implants
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many

The Ultimate Refresh: Why Professional Teeth Cleaning Matters
Regular brushing and flossing are essential, but they can’t replace the deep clean you get from a professional dental visit. Here’s why routine teeth cleaning is crucial for your oral

Dental X-rays: The Inside Story
We’re all friends here, so if you sometimes feel a bit nervous before your dental appointment, no judging! Ask us about any worries you might have. We are happy to

Gum Disease in Children
When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis.

Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to

How to Prevent Dry Socket
When you have a tooth extracted, your body immediately sets to work to help protect the affected area. The blood that collects at the site of the extraction clots to
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the
Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth
In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her oral health) actually plays a
How do I prevent oral cancer?
The fact is, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, resulting in more than 8,000 deaths. Men
Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay
Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Aaron Wellborn. Common reasons for procrastination are not having the