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 » Sometimes we get busy. Sometimes that business affects the little habits in our lives, such as oral health care. Here are some things to consider as you get your dental routine back on track. Brush: Of course, the first thing to address is how well you are brushing your... Read more » When looking for the ideal mouthwash, it is always important to remember that the products you use for your teeth should contain treatments designed to enhance your smile. If you are using toothpaste and mouthwash treatments that focus on whitening teeth, but you suffer from dental erosion and cavities, you... Read more » Did you know, choosing the right kind of gum can help you prevent cavities and keep your smile fresh? Well, it’s true! Dr. J. Kenneth Carver at Kingsport Dentistry in Kingsport, Tennessee, and our entire team is devoted to helping you keep your smile as healthy as possible, which is... Read more » Do you know what temporomandibular joints are used for? Temporomandibular joints, or TMJs for short, are sockets designed with connective tissue, ligaments, muscles, and bone all working in tandem within your jaw to form the joints that open and close your mouth and facilitate the wide range of chewing motions... Read more » Is your smile in need of a tooth replacement? Bridge the gaps in your smile with dental bridges. Dental bridges are highly effective and safe dental replacements that artificially take the place of missing teeth with materials designed to look and function the way normal teeth would. They are latched... Read more » An important factor to consider when on medications is your teeth, yet many people do not realize how vital it truly is. Did you know, when you are on medications, your oral health can take a serious blow? Especially without proper care and attention to your smile, you can be... Read more » 
