August 2021 - Exceptional Dentistry of the Golden Isles

Are Medications Affecting Your Oral Health?

Dental Articles, Education, Lancaster & Britt

When you are experiencing an illness or medical condition, oftentimes you are grateful for any medication that can help improve your symptoms. Depending on your circumstance the medication can be temporary or long term. Many people are only focused on the issue at hand and don’t realize or think to ask about the side effects medications can have on your oral health. Many medications, whether over-the-counter or prescription, can have lasting effects on your teeth and gums. It is important that your dentist has a current list of any and all medications and vitamins you take.

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Support Local Children Through Our Book Drive

Dental Articles, Lancaster & Britt

Did you know that 61% of low-income families have no children’s books in their home. At Dentistry by Angela Britt, we believe in giving back to our community and helping organizations whenever we can. To help provide books to elementary aged children, we are hosting a book drive. We have recently teamed up with Great Books For Kids Inc., a local non-profit that gives free, high quality books to elementary-aged children for their homes. Their mission is to give our area’s children the tools they need to spark a love of books and become confident, capable readers.

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Why Are My Teeth So Sensitive?

Dental Articles, Education, Lancaster & Britt

We can all agree that summer in Georgia is hot! Would you love nothing more than to beat the heat with a delicious frozen treat but refrain because you are afraid of the discomfort you might feel in your teeth? If so, you might be suffering from sensitive teeth. While this is a normal issue that mostly everyone experiences from time to time, it can also be a sign that there is a problem with your oral health. Continue reading to learn more about what your mouth might be trying to tell you.

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