Being sick is no fun, and at this time of year, it seems like viruses and infections are everywhere. If you’re unlucky enough to catch a cold or the flu, it can be tempting to just curl up in bed and not do anything until it passes. But when you’re sick, it’s actually more important […]
Gulp – ouch! You just took a sip of your favorite drink and are now experiencing a sharp pain through your teeth. Does this scenario sound familiar? Maybe it’s your favorite hot or cold dish that’s setting off these pains. Either way, you may have sensitive teeth. Several factors could trigger tooth sensitivity pain, including […]
At Exceptional Smiles Family Dentistry, we offer you the most up-to date dental and medical technology both in equipment and procedures to be able to provide top-notch patient care. When Kenneth R. Eye II evaluates a new technology whether it be new equipment or a new procedure he looks at the independent research and clinical […]
New Year’s resolutions mean different things to everyone. Some people want to be more productive. Some vow to spend more time with family and friends. Some want to drop a few pounds. But when making their resolutions to be happier and healthier, most people forget about their teeth. A few small, steady changes can […]
Millions of people suffer from some level of dental anxiety. Sometimes, people are so afraid of going to the dentist that they avoid treatment for years, making the problem far worse and the treatment required to fix it much more extensive. Here at Exceptional Smiles Family Dentistry, we want our patients to know that […]
The holidays are all about family, friends, food, and, of course, gifts. Whether you’re the type to start planning months ahead or you rush out at the last minute to do your shopping, you can’t go wrong with gifts that improve your loved ones’ oral health. Here are 8 ideas from Exceptional Smiles […]
Halitosis, or bad breath, affects nearly a third of Americans. People in the U.S. spend $10 billion per year on breath mints, gum, mouthwashes and pills to try and get rid of bad breath. But those things only cover it up—it’s far more effective to determine the cause of halitosis so that you can eliminate […]
Gum disease, or periodontitis, is one of the most prevalent ailments in America. Nearly half of adults over 30 have some form of periodontitis, and that number goes up to over 70 percent at age 65 and older. Gum disease can cause many issues with your oral health, but that’s not where the damage stops—it […]
We have all say to ourselves we will get the dental work Dr. Eye prescribed done next year but that may not be the case. You may move to a new area and not receive the same level of quality care as Dr. Eye or your employer may drop dental benefits or lower your coverage. […]
It’s that time of year again: turkey, stuffing, gravy, pumpkin pie…we’re full just thinking about it! But there’s more to Thanksgiving than great food. It’s a time to consider all the things you have to be grateful for and to appreciate the people in your life. This Thanksgiving, Dr. Eye and the staff at […]
