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Our Practice
Dental Services
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Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
General Dentistry
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Become a Patient
Reviews
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May 10, 2022
TMJ, Sleep Apnea, Prevention, General Dentistry
James Swick
Why Do I Grind My Teeth at Night?

Have you been waking up for years with a sore jaw and you write it off as getting older or simply deal with it? Your dentist in Columbia can reassure you that teeth grinding is more common than you might think.

Why Do I Grind My Teeth at Night?
May 6, 2022
General Dentistry, Oral Hygiene, Prevention
James Swick
Have Fun in the Sun This Summer: 3 Tips for a ...

Things are heating up, and we know how exciting it can be to get out and travel to experience all that the gorgeous summer season has to offer us. Your Columbia dentist is excited too…

Have Fun in the Sun This Summer: 3 Tips for a Healthy Mouth
April 12, 2022
General Dentistry, Prevention
James Swick
Is Using Mouthwash Everyday Bad for You?

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of just-brushed teeth, and your dentist in Columbia recommends that all patients brush their teeth two times a day and floss…

Is Using Mouthwash Everyday Bad for You?
April 8, 2022
oral health, Prevention, Restorative Dentistry
James Swick
What Causes Cavities Besides Sugar?

Join your dentist in Columbia as we share some of the other main things that can cause cavities…

What Causes Cavities Besides Sugar?
March 29, 2022
General Dentistry, Oral Hygiene, Prevention
James Swick
How To Tell If You Need to See a Dentist in ...

Preventive dental appointments can keep problems from popping up unexpectedly and reduce the need for quick, emergency dental care. But if you do experience a dental problem, how do you know if you need to see a dentist or not?

How To Tell If You Need to See a Dentist in Columbia
James Swick
October 8, 2020
Oral Hygiene, Prevention, General Dentistry

Can Facemasks Cause Bad Breath?

James Swick
October 8, 2020
Oral Hygiene, Prevention, General Dentistry
Can Facemasks Cause Bad Breath?

Many people find that mouth breathing while wearing a mask is more comfortable, but your dentist in Columbia wants you to know that this type of breathing can have an unwanted, stinky side effect.

Tagged: oral health, prevention, COVID-19

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James Swick
September 18, 2020
General Dentistry, oral health, Prevention

Current Stress & Oral Health

James Swick
September 18, 2020
General Dentistry, oral health, Prevention
Current Stress & Oral Health

Take it from this New York Times article and your dentist in Columbia when we say that lowering your current stress levels can go a long way in keeping your body and your mouth healthy.

Tagged: stress

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James Swick
September 11, 2020
Restorative Dentistry, Dental Implants

Are Dental Implants Better Than Dentures?

James Swick
September 11, 2020
Restorative Dentistry, Dental Implants
Are Dental Implants Better Than Dentures?

While tooth loss can be caused by any number of things such as gum disease, trauma, or decay, your dentist in Columbia can often replace a missing tooth or even a whole mouth of missing teeth.

Tagged: dentures, dental implants

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James Swick
August 20, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry

What’s the Best Milk for Teeth?

James Swick
August 20, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry
What’s the Best Milk for Teeth?

When you’re choosing the right milk for your family, you certainly have a lot of options to pick from these days. From milk made from almonds to milk made from coconuts…

Tagged: oral health, prevention, oral development

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James Swick
August 13, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry

Is Dry Mouth Serious?

James Swick
August 13, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry
Is Dry Mouth Serious?

If you have a dry mouth that doesn’t go away, it could lead to some concerning oral health problems for your dentist in Columbia.

Tagged: Dry mouth, oral health, prevention

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James Swick
July 27, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry

Sun’s Out, Gums Out: How Sunshine Benefits Oral Health

James Swick
July 27, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry
Sun’s Out, Gums Out: How Sunshine Benefits Oral Health

Your dentist in Columbia wants you to know that all of this sun can also be great for your oral and overall health thanks to the extra boost of vitamin D

Tagged: oral health, prevention, overall health

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James Swick
July 13, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry

Risks of Oral Piercings

James Swick
July 13, 2020
oral health, General Dentistry
Risks of Oral Piercings

When it comes to oral piercings such as tongue or lip piercings, they come with a host of potential problems and concerns for your dentist in Columbia…

Tagged: Oral Health, Dental Hygiene, Dental Care

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James Swick
June 18, 2020
Oral Hygiene, oral health, General Dentistry

“Why Do My Gums Hurt?”

James Swick
June 18, 2020
Oral Hygiene, oral health, General Dentistry
“Why Do My Gums Hurt?”

You probably already know that when your teeth hurt, you should see your dentist in Columbia as soon as you can. But what do you do if you’re experiencing gum pain?

Tagged: Oral health, Gum Disease

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James Swick
June 10, 2020
TMJ, oral health, whole body health

Migraines & Dentistry

James Swick
June 10, 2020
TMJ, oral health, whole body health
Migraines & Dentistry

Every June, medical professionals, including your dentist in Columbia, join together to raise awareness and increase education about headaches and migraines during National Migraine & Headache Awareness Month.

Tagged: Headaches, Migraines, Jaw pain, TMJ, Bad Bite

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James Swick
May 22, 2020
General Dentistry, Oral Hygiene

Xylitol: A Mouth’s Best Friend?

James Swick
May 22, 2020
General Dentistry, Oral Hygiene
Xylitol: A Mouth’s Best Friend?

Having a serious sweet tooth can mean bad news for your dental health. But your dentist in Columbia has a little secret that can allow you to satisfy your desire for something sweet…

Tagged: general dentistry, Oral health

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