posted: Jan. 07, 2025.

Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more

posted: Dec. 31, 2024.

It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more

posted: Dec. 24, 2024.

Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant Read more

posted: Dec. 17, 2024.

Oral hygiene has always been an important part of maintaining overall health. For thousands of years, humans have found ways to keep their teeth and mouths clean. According to the Read more

posted: Dec. 10, 2024.

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Damita Edwards, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between Read more

posted: Dec. 03, 2024.

Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more

posted: Nov. 26, 2024.

HPV, or human papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the country. There are over 100 strains of HPV, and, while most of these infections leave our systems Read more

posted: Nov. 19, 2024.

Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you Read more

posted: Nov. 12, 2024.

Absolutely. Checking in with the doctor on a regular basis—usually every six months—is essential to keeping your smile looking its best. At Damita Edwards, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we Read more

posted: Nov. 05, 2024.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more

posted: Oct. 29, 2024.

You want to check all the boxes when you consider your child’s dental health. You make sure your child brushes twice daily to avoid cavities. You’ve made a plan for Read more

posted: Oct. 22, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Damita Edwards, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a Read more

posted: Oct. 15, 2024.

When we don’t keep up with our dental hygiene, plaque buildup can result in three kinds of cavities. Pit and fissure cavities are found on the tops of molars, where Read more

posted: Oct. 08, 2024.

Whether it’s a dull and throbbing ache or a sharp pain, toothaches can come in many different forms. Chances are you’ve had the discomforting experience once or twice in your Read more

posted: Oct. 01, 2024.

the doctor, as well as our team at Damita Edwards, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a Read more

posted: Sep. 24, 2024.

Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is the theory behind using activated Read more