There are reasons why your gums are bleeding and your breath is foul, and your energy is possibly waning – you could potentially have gum disease! The good news is that it is easily treatable, especially when it’s caught in the early stages. Gum disease is an infection of the tissues and bones that surround…
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered if a decaying tooth or cavity can affect the remainder of your teeth? If so, you’re not alone. Paying attention to problematic, missing, or yellowing teeth is incredibly important. Gaps in the upper or lower teeth as well as bleeding gums are reason for concern. Oftentimes,…
Our youth and next generation have immense needs for their success as healthy adults. Much depends on what they eat and drink and how it all affects their teeth and gums. There are several signs and symptoms in children that can give early an warning of illnesses or diseases present in the body, and whether…
The age group 65 years and older is becoming an increasingly large segment of the dental health population. Dr. Huff and his staff in Kerrville, TX are treating the baby boomers and the ‘Silent Generation’ with much care and more pronounced effectiveness. Age, in and of itself, is not solely responsible for afflicting the geriatric…
One look at your smile in the mirror and there’s a nagging feeling as though something needs to be done with the progressive yellowing of your teeth. Brushing with whitening toothpastes can help, as does continually flossing and swishing water around in your mouth after coffee, tea, wine, or other teeth-staining foods. But avoidance of…
When all parts of your mouth don’t work together in balance, health becomes compromised causing a range of problems. From missing teeth and gum disease, to bite misalignments and teeth grinding – all of these issues need to be addressed to bring healthy function and appearance back to a smile. This is where full mouth…
It’s not enough to brush and floss your teeth daily, it’s also important to use the right type of toothbrush to ensure you are cleaning your teeth properly and avoiding gum disease or tooth decay. Not all toothbrushes are created equal, using the right one plays a big role in the overall health of your…
Most people in America will suffer from some form of gum disease at some point in their lives. Gum disease is an infection caused by the the build up of bacteria around the gum line that damages the connective tissue. While gum disease can be extremely serious and seeking treatment as soon as possible is…
Wisdom teeth often need to be removed as they can cause overcrowding or be impacted, causing problems for your oral health. Extracting wisdom teeth is an extremely common and quick procedure that will help improve your oral health and prevent infection. Dr. Huff uses the latest technology and techniques to make sure your extraction will…
When you think of Thanksgiving, you probably think of dinner staples like turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. While most of us are worried about holiday weight gain around this time of year, there’s plenty of damage that can occur to your dental health too. Unfortunately, many holiday favorites are infamous for being carb-heavy and full…
