What are Fillings Made Of?
What are fillings made of? Dr. Jackson: Most fillings today are white fillings. They are made out of a composite resin and they actually bond to your tooth. A lot of people don’t like that they have silver fillings that have been placed before. Those are fillings that we actually don’t currently place. However, if […]
Can medications affect your teeth?
What are some of the different medications that can affect your teeth? Dr. Elizabeth Jackson: The main medications that can affect your teeth are medications that dry your mouth out. This is what’s called “xerostomia.” The biggest categories of those are antidepressants, pain medications, and some heart medications. They dry out your teeth, which can […]
Should I Use a Regular or Electric Toothbrush?
Do you recommend a regular toothbrush or an electric toothbrush? Dr. Elizabeth Jackson: I personally use an electric toothbrush. I am a big believer that an electric toothbrush can be more effective at removing plaque from your teeth. But, one of the biggest benefits of an electric toothbrush is that it has a timer on […]
Is Flouride Harmful
There are some common misconceptions about fluoride and whether or not it’s harmful. Dr. Elizabeth Jackson: Fluoride is incredibly beneficial for your oral health. Fluoride has been the one biggest changes within public health that has allowed the amount of bacteria that cause decay and the amount of fillings that need to be done over […]
Debunking 3 Common Myths About Teeth Whitening
When it comes to teeth whitening, many people assume it’s as easy as switching to a toothpaste that has a tooth whitening effect. The fact is, whitening your teeth takes time, and it’s important to know what will and won’t work so you don’t waste time and money. Here are some common myths about teeth […]
Using an Electric Toothbrush
Does using an electric toothbrush have benefits? Dr. Jackson: Mostly what it does is it helps to remove more plaque; a higher portion of plaque. That helps keep the gums healthy. I usually tell people to make sure that they’re brushing their gums as much as brushing their teeth, but with an electric toothbrush it […]
Dental Disease Prevention Interview
Scott Walker: Dr. Elizabeth Jackson is with us this morning from Murfreesboro Family Dentistry here in town on Old Fort Parkway. How are you today? Dr. Elizabeth Jackson: I’m doing just fine, thank you for having me. Scott Walker: Now, this morning you are gonna talk a little bit about preventing some dental problems ahead […]
WGNS Interview with Dr. Elizabeth Jackson
Scott Walker: Dr. Elizabeth Jackson is with us this morning from Murfreesboro Family Dentistry on Old Fort Parkway near Gresham Lane, kind of down from the Blue Cactus restaurant. Dr. Elizabeth Jackson : Yes Good Morning. Scott Walker: Thank you for joining us this morning. Now you’ve got some updates on, I guess, […]
Teeth Whitening – Interview
Dr. Jackson was interviewed recently by Scott Walker at WGNS Radio Station, here in Murfreesboro. Here’s the transcript with some great information on teeth whitening. Scott Walker: Dr. Elizabeth Jackson is with us this morning from Murfreesboro Family Dentistry on Old Fort Parkway. One of the big things that everybody worries about is how white […]
Dental Implants: What They Are and How They Work
Many Americans are insecure about their teeth. Although these insecurities can often be cured by teeth whitening and regular care via dentistry, for those with missing teeth it may not be that simple. Nearly 1 out of 5 Americans have one or more cavities that have gone and will go untreated. This is partially because […]