Pregnancy brings with it many joys and surprises, but it also brings about some health changes. Among the other bodily changes that occur during pregnancy, some changes in your oral health status may occur as well. Hormonal gingivitis is common…
Properly caring for your gums is essential for having strong teeth. Did you know that gum disease is the number one cause of tooth loss in adults? Columbus, GA dentist Dr. Albert Caves and his staff keep this fact in…
Do you ever feel frustrated when you are told you have a cavity despite diligent tooth brushing and flossing? There are many factors influencing your oral health and understanding how to identify your individual risk factors can play an important…
One of the most important aspects of modern dentistry is restoring and maintaining a patient’s dental health because of the role it plays in both overall physical well being and daily quality of life. Columbus dentist Dr. Caves emphasizes the…
This month take a moment to assess you oral cancer risk and make sure you have a routine dental appointment scheduled with Dr. Albert Caves, which includes an oral cancer screening with Velscope technology. Oral cancer continues to be a…
Technology has transformed modern dentistry, enabling dentists like Dr. Caves to help patients keep their natural teeth longer, repair damaged gums without surgery and provide restorations that look and function like natural teeth! In addition, technology has improved diagnosis with digital…
February is Children's Dental Health Month and we would like to bring your awareness to your children's teeth and the importance of keeping them strong and healthy. Family dentists, including Dr. Albert Caves recommend that children begin routine dental visits around…
Here's on habit to "stick" with this new year: chewing sugarless gum! Do you find yourself constantly chewing gum throughout the day due to boredom or just shear habit? Well, gum addicts, it appears as though there is even more…
For most of us, holiday time is picture-taking time. If your smile is looking dull or dingy you may consider a teeth whitening treatment. Having a whiter brighter smile can be easily achieved in a safe, affordable and painless procedure…
Many patients do not realize that their HSA dollars can be used for dental expenses that are considered part of maintaining the health of the teeth and gums. This includes not only routine preventive dental care, but also restorative, periodontal…