Cavities are uncomfortable. They also put you at risk for bigger oral hygiene problems, if they’re not taken care of quickly. If you’re concerned about getting cavities, there are many things you can do to protect yourself and reduce your risk. Your dentist in Alabaster, AL, can give you advice to help – starting with the […]
A cracked tooth can cause pain and discomfort. Beyond that, there are many other problems that a cracked tooth can cause. Your dentist in Alabaster, AL, can help with your cracked tooth. It’s important to see the dentist as soon as you’ve realized your tooth has been cracked! Below are some things you should know about […]
Most people know that dentists in Alabaster, AL and other areas discourage eating sugary foods and drinking sugary beverages. Sugar is like the enemy of teeth because bacteria thrive on the stuff. When you consume sugar, whatever is left on teeth is happily ingested by bacteria. And when bacteria have plenty of sugar, their colony grows. […]
If you have periodontal disease, or if you’re at risk of periodontal disease, you may need a periodontal cleaning from your dentist in Alabaster, AL. At Albritton and Ardovino Family Dentistry, we provide periodontal cleanings to our patients. This special, deep-clean treatment can help you control periodontal disease and help restore your teeth and gums to […]
Snoring is an annoying problem for many individuals, especially if they share a bedroom with another person, but sometimes it’s a sign of an underlying health condition. Sleep apnea is a condition that causes you to stop breathing, then startle partially awake while you’re asleep. This condition causes serious health risks, including cardiovascular risk, and […]
Trauma to the mouth and infections are common reasons that Dr. Kelli Albritton or Dr. Ann Ardovino recommendtooth extractions in Alabaster AL. Removing wisdom teeth and one or more teeth before starting orthodontic treatment are also common. We understand that you may feel slightly anxious about the prospect of having a tooth removed, especially if […]
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that causes you to stop breathing while you sleep. People with sleep apnea will snore loudly and may wake up feeling tired, even after sleeping all night. While many people suffer from sleep apnea due to obesity, there are other causes of this condition. TheAlabaster dentist at Albritton and Ardovino […]
Start your journey toward zero TMJ pain with the use of Botox in Alabaster, AL. Here at Albritton and Ardovino Family Dentistry, we specialize in family dentistry. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain in the jaw is common among teens and adults. Discover the use of Botox for treating and reducing TMJ pain now at the dentist. Botox […]
A lost permanent tooth can have a big impact on your mouth. One missing tooth can affect everything from your appearance to how you eat meals. As your dentist in Alabaster, AL, we strongly recommend that patients who have lost a permanent tooth consider implants or another form of tooth replacement. In case you’re unsure whether […]
Do you snore? If you do, then you’re likely suffering from sleep apnea, a condition that causes sleep disruption due to irregular breathing during sleep. Sleep apnea can disrupt the sufferer and their spouse or sleep partner. More than that, sleep apnea can also be dangerous because it is a condition that disrupts breathing. Fortunately, […]
