Preventive & General Dentistry Blog Article Archives

Understanding Different Types of Dental Emergencies

by Creekside Dentistry · published April 8, 2020Last updated September 11, 2020 · 3 min read

Dental emergencies happen for a variety of reasons, but there’s one thing the different types have in common – they need immediate attention!... read more

Do Genetics Influence Oral Health?

by Creekside Dentistry · published January 1, 2019Last updated February 12, 2019 · 4 min read

Do genetics influence your oral health? Recent studies say yes and no. Learn about which health factors you can control in our latest article.

Smile with receding gums causes and solutions

What Causes Receding Gums?

by Creekside Dentistry · published December 3, 2018Last updated February 12, 2019 · 4 min read

Receding gums refers to gum tissue that slowly begins to wear away. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, and solutions.

Patient having dental exam but wondering: does xylitol prevent cavities?

Does Xylitol Prevent Cavities? The Facts You Need to Know

by Creekside Dentistry · published September 3, 2018Last updated February 12, 2019 · 4 min read

Xylitol makes many bold claims about its abilities. But are they myths or realities? Does xylitol prevent cavities? You’ll find out what causes cavities and the role this sugar alternative plays.