Piedmont Smiles: Vincent Marsh, DMD

One thing we love to do in May is to fire up the grill. Check out this easy recipe for grilled chicken with a delicious coconut milk marinade https://buff.ly/38VA2Ir

You may have seen recent articles saying that you no longer need to floss your teeth as there isn’t enough evidence to show that flossing helps reduce the risk of cavities. So does that mean you can toss the floss and forget about daily flossing forever? Your dentist in Buckhead says: Not so fast. While the limited study shows skeptical results on flossing’s correlation with cavities, there are still plenty of reasons you should floss your teeth every day... https://www.piedmontsmiles.com/is-flossing-necessary/

Oral health is incredibly important for your overall health, and vice versa! Please tell us if anything has changed recently with your health.

Do you constantly get headaches or migraines? Do you ever have weird tingling sensations in your fingers? Believe it or not, those are symptoms of TMJ.

On May 18th, Napoleon Bonaparte became Emperor of France when he literally took the crown out of the hands of Pope Pius VII during the coronation ceremony and crowned himself.

According to the National Institutes of Health, women with osteoporosis are three times more likely to experience loose teeth and tooth loss.

Have you read any great new books lately?

In the 1600’s, sailors were getting scurvy because they didn’t have access to fruits and vegetables with vitamin C while onboard ships. The English Royal Navy started supplying limes on ships, a great source of vitamin C, which is why sailors got the nickname limeys.

The end of 2020 was a time for us to put the year behind us and give us hope for a better, healthier new year. As we embark on this new calendar year, many of us have made resolutions to ourselves or our families to get healthy or quit long-time habits that put us at risk for health issues. These resolutions can help transform lives and your dentist in Buckhead would like to be a part of that by encouraging you to also resolve to take better care of your smile... https://www.piedmontsmiles.com/new-year-new-habits-healthi/

The song All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth was written by a dentist... Not a hockey player.

Today we celebrate the life and achievements of civil-rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in a national day of service. What can YOU do to help in your community?

Did someone send you one of those great big tins of popcorn for the holidays? Don’t forget to floss - popcorn kernels are notorious for getting stuck between teeth.

POP Quiz - name a song with the word smile in the title.

Pumpkin-spice dental floss? You know what they say don’t know it ‘til you try it! https://buff.ly/2KBdyiN

When the autumn air turns crisp, your lips can become dry and cracked. Be sure to protect them with lip balm to keep them kissably soft.

Have you ever wondered where sport mouthguards originated? Check out the interesting origin story involving father and son dentists

How are you and your family going to celebrate the holidays this year? Share your plan in the comments below.

Today starts the festival of lights.

There’s still some football going on out there. Who are you watching?

Cracking nuts with that nutcracker? Be careful - many nuts are known for cracking people’s teeth as well.

Did you know that chronic headaches and migraines can actually be a sign of TMJ issues?

Tooth enamel is the hardest structure in the human body. Yes, even more tough than stubbornness.

A study conducted by Cornell University has shown that hot chocolate contains more antioxidants than wine and tea, therefore reducing the risk of heart disease. Just don’t forget to brush after indulging in this sugary treat!

Do you get a ZING when you drink something cold? Or a sharp POW when you drink something hot? You may have some exposed nerve from worn down tooth enamel.

Are you crafty? Here’s a great article with 78 DIY crafts to make for the holidays. We might decorate the office with some of these ideas https://buff.ly/2AAZOQ3

Kids love candy canes dentists don’t. Watch for candy canes worn down to sharp points that can poke cheeks and gums. Ouch!

The lifespan of a taste bud is only 10 days.

Mulled wine is delicious on a cold December day. Just remember to rinse your mouth with water after drinking this warm, red wine concoction.

One of the first signs of tooth decay is little white spots appearing on your teeth. Those spots are actually areas of mineral loss.

Looking for stocking stuffers? There are some pretty cool toothbrushes out there that spin, play music, or even feature superheroes on them.

With all the pumpkins around, autumn is definitely the most gourd-geous season. Get it? GOURDous. Call today to schedule an appointment for a GOURDous smile, too!

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If you tend to get canker sores, you should be more aware of the things that you eat and drink that could cause mouth irritation. Check out this article https://buff.ly/2FHMy0C

Can you believe it’s November already? If you haven’t set your appointment yet for a cleaning, call us now to fit you in before the end of the year.

Happy Halloween! Please celebrate safely, eat those treats in moderation, and be sure to brush your teeth afterwards!

Anyone have any last-minute ideas for Halloween costumes?