"Healthy gums mean a healthier you," says Marietta Emergency dentist, Kirk Kimmerling.
Showing posts with label dentist in Marietta Ga. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dentist in Marietta Ga. Show all posts
Thursday, October 25, 2012
A Simple at Home Test to Check the Health of Your Gums
"Healthy gums mean a healthier you," says Marietta Emergency dentist, Kirk Kimmerling.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Plaque...The Enemy
Do you ever wonder why your dentist says plaque is so important to remove? Most people have been told since childhood that regular brushing and flossing is the only way to avoid plaque on their teeth says Marietta cosmetic dentist. Let's examine plaque and take a look at some ways to avoid its build up on your beautiful smile...Have you ever wondered exactly what plaque is? It's starts off as a tacky substance of bacteria that produces a sticky chemical called mucopolysaccharides. The bacteria lives in a film on teeth called biofilm. At first, it is a soft layer that's easy to remove with a tooth-brush. If it's not removed, it releases acid which can affect the tooth's enamel. The result is a hole in the tooth called a cavity. Plaque, if not properly removed, it will begin to harden and become a substance called tartar. Tartar cannot be removed with a tooth-brush. If it gets to this point, your dentist or hygienist will have to remove it for you. "Being consistent with your oral hygiene helps keep plaque and tartar off your teeth" says Marietta dentist. Lets take a look at some bad habits to avoid so plaque does not build-up...
Habit 1.... Staying away from the dentist!
Brushing and flossing daily, although great for oral hygiene doesn't remove all the plaque on your teeth. It's very important to schedule professional cleanings regularly at your dental office to remove what you may have missed. Some of the missed plaque could harden to form tartar and the only way to get it removed is with regular professional cleanings. It has been proven that people who go to the dentist have less cavities and less tooth loss. Most dentists recommend professional cleanings at least twice a year to ensure complete removal of unwanted plaque.
Habit 2.... Not brushing properly
Other people might not notice your brushing habits aren't perfect, but your teeth will suffer. It's important to brush at least twice daily to ensure the removal of unwanted plaque. It's good idea to buy a Sonicare toothbrush and use it the recommended two minutes. Also, the use a fluoride-containing toothpaste helps keep teeth strong. Make sure you brush all surfaces of your teeth, and keep in mind that its very important to still schedule regular professional cleanings.
Habit 3.... Not flossing at all
Brushing your teeth itself doesn't remove all the plaque in the spaces between your teeth. Flossing is very important to help remove plaque in the spaces your tooth-brush can't reach. Daily flossing can help remove plaque before it becomes a serious problem. It removes any plaque along the gum line helping avoid the dreaded periodontal, gum disease. Flossing is one of the key ways to keep your teeth in the best possible health.
The three habits listed are three excellent ways to have healthy oral hygiene. Brushing, flossing and regular dental visits ensure that you are on your way to or maintaining healthy oral hygiene. Although plaque does not start out a serious problem, it becomes one over time. It's very important to keep up with all three to keep a healthy beautiful smile, says dentist in Marietta, GA.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Kirk Kimmerling DDS Honored By Talk Of The Town
Kirk Kimmerling DDS has been honored by Celebration Media, U.S. CMUS as one of its 2010 Talk of the Town Award Recipients for excellence in customer satisfaction. Dr. Kimmerling offers a high standard of dental care in Marietta, GA, and his patients have rated him highly across the internet with 5 out of 5 stars. It is the great pleasure of CMUS to offer Dr. Kimmerling the award in the category of Dentists of the Health and Medical sector. Dr. Kimmerling's ratings are calculated on consumer reviews, websites, blogs and social networks across the internet. Talk of the Town awards businesses that have 4 or 5 star overall rankings in many categories. Dr. Kimmerling received the prestigious ranking of 5 out of 5 stars. Only the very best businesses have been chosen to receive the award. It can be viewed online at TalkOfTheTownNews.com.Kirk Kimmerling DDS is located off Dallas Highway in West Cobb across from the Avenues of West Cobb. He is a Marietta dentist that has demonstrated a high level of excellence in customer service as exhibited in on-line patient reviews on such sites as; Yelp, Kudzu, Google, Yahoo, and more. The award is offered to companies and professionals in the following categories; hospitals, dentists, accountants, physical therapists, veterinarians optometrists, insurance, chiropractor, lawyers financials planners, restaurants, bakeries, event centers, home improvement companies, florists, spas salons and mortgage companies and more.
Kirk Kimmerling DDS is a cosmetic dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA) at Verde Pointe Dental Associates near Kennesaw. He a part of a group practice with Alex Krempa DMD and staff that is extremely passionate about helping every patient reach their optimum dental health. Dr. Kimmerling has practiced as a dentist for over 26 years. He striving to provide the very best treatment in a friendly, relaxing environment. While Dr. Kimmerling specializes in cosmetic dentistry, he runs a full-service practice that provides everything from routine cleanings, tooth colored fillings and root canals to dental veneers, teeth whitening, dental implants and more. He and the courteous staff at his state-of-the-art dental office are dedicated to helping patients achieve the beautiful smile they desire and maintain a lifetime of excellent dental health.
Dr. Kimmerling was pleased to accept the award from Celebration Media, as he appreciates the kind words of his dental patients. "It is a privilege to take care of the dental needs of the people in Cobb County for the past 26 years and I enjoy the practice of dentistry," says Dr. Kimmerling. The Talk of the Town Award recognizes a host of different businesses and professionals that have scored high across the internet for customer satisfaction. Celebration Media, U.S. is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan. It is a strong consultancy firm that specializes in solutions for improved customer care and operational development. It is their mission to uncover businesses that are highly rated across the internet in service to their community.
Celebration Media. U.S. CMUS has bestowed on Kirk Kimmerling DDS the honor of excellence in patient reviews and spotlights him for his achievements in success. Congratulations Kirk Kimmerling DDS on the award of dentist in Marietta.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Why Replace Old Fillings Explains Marietta Dentist
Dental fillings do not last forever says dentists in Marietta. So, how do you know when one needs replaced? Many patients wait until a tooth hurts to seek treatment. Dentists hear, "Why should I replace it, it doesn't hurt?" However, waiting on a filling that needs replaced is not smart. By the time a tooth hurts, more expensive treatment is usually necessary.
Old fillings overtime discolor, darken, crack, leak and can pull apart from tooth. A filling is considered leaking if does not fit tightly against the tooth. In some circumstances, the leaking causes sensitivity and it is obvious it needs replaced with a new filling. If decay has advanced deep into the center of the tooth, the nerve will die requiring costly root canal therapy. Since it is not possible to brush between a filling and the tooth, the decay process may not noticeable until it causes pain. It is important to repair the tooth before it progresses to root canal therapy.
An old filling can be detrimental to your gums. It can trap plaque along the gumline causing a periodontal gum condition. Unhealthy gum tissue allows bacteria to enter the blood stream causing an inflammatory response linked to disease. As a professional Marietta, Ga dentist, we will let you know at your cleaning appointment if it is time to replace your old fillings.
If you clench or grind your teeth, the stress may cause fillings to need replacement sooner. Clenching and grinding can crack your teeth and cause small craze lines to develop. Although, not all cracks and craze lines need repaired, this may be an indication that you need to ask your dentist if an appliance will help your fillings last longer. At your cleanings, ask your dentist if you are a candidate for special fluoride that can be applied at home. It helps strengthen teeth and possibly remineralize beginning decay.
Techniques in restoring teeth from decay have come a long way says dentist in Marietta, GA. Teeth that have discolored spots are not necessarily cavity, but could be. The most common method for a dentist to determine if a tooth needs repaired is a simple examination with a dental instrument called an explorer. Decay in a tooth is softer and the explorer will stick to the tooth. Healthy dentin is much harder and the explorer will not stick. Other methods are also available to detect decay. X-rays show large decay, but are more difficult for the dentist to detect smaller areas of decay. Cavity-dye is another option. It can be placed on the tooth and does not rinse away from the decay. This allows a dentist to clearly discern a cavity. Diagnodent by Kavo is a laser that helps detect a cavity early. A wand scans your tooth, and indicates if decay exists. Your dentist also has access to a software called Logicon that compares your personal x-ray to a database of x-rays. It is sophisticated and able to accurately diagnose.
See your dentist twice a year for a checkup and cleaning. He will let you know if an old filling needs replaced. It may save you from a more extensive problem in the future.
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Kirk Kimmerling is a cosmetic dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA) at Verde Pointe Dental Associates. Dr. Kimmerling is extremely passionate about helping every patient reach their optimum dental health. Having practiced as a dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA) for over 26 years, Dr. Kimmerling strives to provide the very best treatment in a secure, relaxing environment. While Dr. Kimmerling specializes in cosmetic dentistry, he runs a full-service practice that provides everything from routine cleanings to dental implants. He and the courteous staff at his state-of-the-art office are dedicated to helping patients achieve beautiful smiles and maintaining a lifetime of excellent dental health. For the top cosmetic dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA), please call Dr. Kirk Kimmerling at Verde Pointe Dental Associates, or visit the website for more information.
www.drkirkkimmerling.com
Old fillings overtime discolor, darken, crack, leak and can pull apart from tooth. A filling is considered leaking if does not fit tightly against the tooth. In some circumstances, the leaking causes sensitivity and it is obvious it needs replaced with a new filling. If decay has advanced deep into the center of the tooth, the nerve will die requiring costly root canal therapy. Since it is not possible to brush between a filling and the tooth, the decay process may not noticeable until it causes pain. It is important to repair the tooth before it progresses to root canal therapy.
An old filling can be detrimental to your gums. It can trap plaque along the gumline causing a periodontal gum condition. Unhealthy gum tissue allows bacteria to enter the blood stream causing an inflammatory response linked to disease. As a professional Marietta, Ga dentist, we will let you know at your cleaning appointment if it is time to replace your old fillings.
If you clench or grind your teeth, the stress may cause fillings to need replacement sooner. Clenching and grinding can crack your teeth and cause small craze lines to develop. Although, not all cracks and craze lines need repaired, this may be an indication that you need to ask your dentist if an appliance will help your fillings last longer. At your cleanings, ask your dentist if you are a candidate for special fluoride that can be applied at home. It helps strengthen teeth and possibly remineralize beginning decay.
Techniques in restoring teeth from decay have come a long way says dentist in Marietta, GA. Teeth that have discolored spots are not necessarily cavity, but could be. The most common method for a dentist to determine if a tooth needs repaired is a simple examination with a dental instrument called an explorer. Decay in a tooth is softer and the explorer will stick to the tooth. Healthy dentin is much harder and the explorer will not stick. Other methods are also available to detect decay. X-rays show large decay, but are more difficult for the dentist to detect smaller areas of decay. Cavity-dye is another option. It can be placed on the tooth and does not rinse away from the decay. This allows a dentist to clearly discern a cavity. Diagnodent by Kavo is a laser that helps detect a cavity early. A wand scans your tooth, and indicates if decay exists. Your dentist also has access to a software called Logicon that compares your personal x-ray to a database of x-rays. It is sophisticated and able to accurately diagnose.
See your dentist twice a year for a checkup and cleaning. He will let you know if an old filling needs replaced. It may save you from a more extensive problem in the future.
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Kirk Kimmerling is a cosmetic dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA) at Verde Pointe Dental Associates. Dr. Kimmerling is extremely passionate about helping every patient reach their optimum dental health. Having practiced as a dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA) for over 26 years, Dr. Kimmerling strives to provide the very best treatment in a secure, relaxing environment. While Dr. Kimmerling specializes in cosmetic dentistry, he runs a full-service practice that provides everything from routine cleanings to dental implants. He and the courteous staff at his state-of-the-art office are dedicated to helping patients achieve beautiful smiles and maintaining a lifetime of excellent dental health. For the top cosmetic dentist in Marietta, Georgia (GA), please call Dr. Kirk Kimmerling at Verde Pointe Dental Associates, or visit the website for more information.
www.drkirkkimmerling.com
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