Are you confident with your oral health care and do you feel you're doing enough to keep your smile safe and well protected for the future? Have you noticed any issues that may have arisen over the past few years with your teeth and gums? If you do have a... Read more » Dentures are greatly beneficial for tooth replacement because they have the ability to fill both small and large gaps to provide better oral health. Small areas of tooth loss can be repaired with partial dentures while major or complete tooth loss requires full dentures for a functional mouth. Below, we... Read more » Do you have questions about dental bridges? If so, our dentist, Dr. J. Kenneth Carver, is happy to help you find the answers you’re looking for. The more you know, the better, especially because knowing the facts and information about dental bridges can help you decide if the treatment is... Read more » What are dental implants? A dental implant may be recommended for an individual who has lost a tooth due to severe decay, a blow to the face, advanced gum disease or another dental issue. A dental implant is made up of a titanium implant post, an abutment and a dental... Read more » If you are suffering from poor oral health, it may be linked to your oral hygiene daily routines. Even if you are brushing and flossing on a daily basis, you may not be doing so accurately. If you wish to substitute your dental floss for an alternative interdental cleaner,... Read more » Fluoride is a natural mineral that can help your smile in many ways, which is why it’s recommended to expose your teeth to fluoride regularly. To help you understand a little more, our dentist, Dr. J. Kenneth Carver, is happy to tell you about the ways fluoride can help you.... Read more » Does the idea of visiting the dentist fill you with fear? Do you dread dental appointments of any kind? If so, Dr. Carver, Stakias, Mather, and Mather, and our team want to help you feel more relaxed at Kingsport Dentistry. You are not to only person to feel this way--it’s... Read more » Fluoride is a mineral that is naturally found in water and some foods. Fluoride is sometimes referred to as nature’s cavity fighter, as this mineral can strengthen tooth enamel, thus helping to protect teeth against acid attacks that cause cavities. In addition, fluoride strengthens developing teeth. Because fluoride is good... Read more » Are you self-conscious about your social interaction because you struggle with bad breath? Unpleasant breath is very common, but it can put a downer on the plans you have for the holiday season. As it turns out, bad breath (also known as halitosis) can often be easily reversed depending on... Read more » Oral cancer includes cancers that occur in the lip, the mouth, the throat, the tonsils, or the salivary glands. Oral cancer requires intensive treatment like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation when it is not detected early. In addition, oral cancer can be deadly. Detecting oral cancer early is important to successful... Read more » 
