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The Secret to Reversing Tooth Decay

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Reversing Tooth Decay Fillings, root canals, crowns – these words are all too familiar for many people. Most have at least one of them in their mouth. Tooth decay is the major reason for regular dental care, and many just accept at some time in their life, they’ll need a filling or two. What most don’t realize is there are easy ways to reverse tooth decay in its early stages, preventing the need for dental treatment. In an interview with Dr. William Taylor, he gives helpful information on reversing tooth decay to enjoy stronger, healthier teeth. What Is Tooth Decay? Everyone … Continue reading

Why Do I Always Have Bad Breath?

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

And Other Frequently Asked Dental Questions How Often Do I Need to Visit the Dentist? Every six months for children and adults is recommended for proper preventative maintenance. Many people believe brushing and flossing consistently justifies fewer dental visits, which is simply not true. Cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer are all dental problems that aren’t evident until later stages when problems begin to develop. Visiting every six months will ensure any issues with your teeth, gums, or mouth are treated early. Waiting until issues develop symptoms can make them more difficult to treat. What is the Best Way to … Continue reading “Why Do I Always Have Bad Breath?”

Can Periodontitis Be Deadly?

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Last December, after a brief stay in a Chicago hospital, Scott died. He was 41 years old. The doctors identified the cause of his death as a bacterial infection of the heart which they believed stemmed from untreated periodontal disease. The same bacteria found in his heart was found in the inflamed tissue of his gums. Scott had some lifestyle, and possibly some congenital, issues that weakened his heart, but doctors believe his early death was totally avoidable. Although Scott was not his patient, we discussed this sad case with Dr. Taylor. Periodontitis is Alarmingly Prevalent in America Dr. Taylor … Continue reading “Can Periodontitis Be Deadly?”

Changing Lives – One Smile at a Time – Dr. Martin discusses the free smile makeover services he provided to a deserving patient

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Dr Martin works on a patient Dr. Jeff Martin and Dr. William Taylor have each provided free complete smile makeover services to two lucky patients recently. We were interested to learn how this came about and what motivates these two exceptional doctors to provide superior dental service to the winners of their Free Smile Makeover. We sat down with Dr. Jeff Martin, founder of Martin Taylor Dentistry, and asked him about it. How did you and Dr. Taylor come up with the idea to do these smile makeovers? We were brainstorming ways we could serve our community. We decided to … Continue reading

Full Smile Makeover is a Life Changing Event for Amber Patterson – Part Two

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

The above photo of Amber’s mouth shows what it looked like before Dr. Taylor started any work. Amber was missing quite a few posterior teeth and had serious tooth decay and infection which needed to be addressed. It has been amazing to witness someone’s life change right before our eyes. Amber Patterson learned back in November of 2016 that she had been selected from over 80 applicants to receive a full smile makeover, absolutely free of charge, from Martin Taylor Dentistry. Let’s listen in as Amber talks about her experience. Amber, tell us a little about yourself. I’m 35 and … Continue reading

Frequently Asked Dental Questions Part 2

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Dental Q & A with Dr. Martin and Dr. Taylor Part 2 Recognized as two of the nation’s top dentists, Dr. Jeff Martin and Dr. William Taylor are frequently asked dental questions. We sat down with the doctors and asked them to share some of the most common or interesting questions they’ve been asked and of course their answers! I’m an adult but my teeth feel loose. What does that mean? There can be multiple causes, but most often it is a sign of severe gum disease. Dr. Martin suggests the patient should see a dentist as soon as possible to get a checkup … Continue reading

Frequently Asked Dental Questions Part 1

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Dental Q & A with Dr. Martin and Dr. Taylor Recognized as two of the nation’s top dentists, Dr. Jeff Martin and Dr. William Taylor are frequently asked dental questions. We sat down with the doctors and asked them to share some of the most common or interesting questions they’ve been asked and, of course, their answers! What are the dangers of oral piercings? Dr. Martin says wearing jewelry on the tongue or anywhere in the mouth or lips can cause a person to chip, crack or even break their teeth, especially if the jewelry worn is metal. Often this happens when someone … Continue reading

Quiz Yourself! How Much Do You Know About Home Dental Care?

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

How much do you know about Home Care? Everyone knows how to take of their teeth, right? Actually many people are unsure about the basic steps of good home dental care. Let’s see how well you do? 1) How often should you brush and floss? Brush three times a day and floss at least once a day.Brush once a day, floss only if you feel food between your teeth.Brush your teeth every other day and floss once a week. 2) What is the optimum amount of time you should spend brushing your teeth? 4 minutes.45 seconds.2 minutes. 3) Should you … Continue reading

Gingivitis and Periodontitis

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Have you ever brushed or flossed your teeth and seen BLOOD? Many of us have and don’t realize that bleeding gums are never normal, okay, or something to be dismissed. Bleeding gums are one of the signs of gingivitis and periodontitis, and if left unattended, can lead to serious health problems. The good news is, if caught early enough, a few simple changes in your dental hygiene routine can eliminate the problem altogether. What is the Difference Between Gingivitis and Periodontitis? Both are stages of gum disease caused by bacteria, with gingivitis being the first stage and periodontitis being the more advanced stage. … Continue reading “Gingivitis and Periodontitis”

Four Most Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity

Posted By Dr. William Taylor

Four Most Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity Zingers. You’ve most likely experienced a few in your life. And we’re not talking about snarky remarks. We’re talking about that short sharp pain you can experience when biting into something cold, like a popsicle. Tooth sensitivity can also happen with sweet or hot foods, while biting down or chewing, or sometimes just breathing in. Tooth sensitivity is caused by the gradual exposure of the softer part of your tooth called dentin. Dentin has tiny fluid filled tubes that lead to the tooth nerve. Eating or drinking things that are hot, cold or … Continue reading