Columbus GA Dentist Blog

It’s oral cancer awareness month! Have you been screened?

Oral cancer is a growing health concern world wide that could be dramatically reduced through routine screening that is performed in most dentists' offices, including Columbus dentist Dr. Albert Caves. Many of the early signs or symptoms of oral cancer…

Snoring Keeping You Awake at Night?

Do you wake up feeling like you haven't slept at all? Are you keeping your partner awake with loud snoring? Snoring may be more than just a sleep habit: it can be an indicator of an underlying health issue that…

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

February is National Children’s Dental Health month and we want to take a moment to consider the importance of pediatric dentistry: keeping your child’s teeth strong and healthy- even their primary, or “baby” teeth. Dr. Albert Caves, a pediatric and…

What Could Restorative Dentistry do for Your Oral Health?

Modern dentistry has evolved into a number of specialized fields that can address almost any dental health problem and help patients keep their natural teeth in good health for a lifetime! Restorative procedures can repair and strengthen a damaged tooth,…

Ready for a Healthy Smile this Year?

Dental problems? Cosmetic concerns? If you have been avoiding the dentist and are ready to restore your oral health this year, make a visit to Dr. Albert Caves, DMD one of your New Year’s resolutions! Your oral health is an…

What You Eat Can Affect Both Oral & Overall Health!

The typical modern diet often contains a high percentage of fast and processed foods which can contain added sugars- even though they may not taste sweet! Busy and on the go, we don’t often take the time to consider how…

Are Porcelain Veneers for You?

For dental patients wanting everything from a subtle change to a complete smile makeover, cosmetic dentistry offers many options. One of the most popular choices are porcelain veneers. Dr. Albert Caves, a cosmetic and general dentist, offers his Columbus area…

How Do I Know if I Have Gum Disease?

Do your gums bleed when brushing? Do they appear red or swollen? These are a couple of the common signs and symptoms of gum disease. Approximately 75% of adults will experience gum disease in their lifetime and Dr. Caves, a…

Life Long Oral Health Starts with Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Albert Caves, DMD, is a family dentist in Columbus, GA, and understands the importance of beginning pediatric routine dental care at an early age: it is estimated by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry that more than 50% of…

Cosmetic Dentistry Offers a Wide Range of Procedures

The recent advances made in the field of cosmetic dentistry offer patients several benefits: more options, safer procedures, faster recovery times and longer lasting results! Dr. Albert Caves, DMD, a family and cosmetic dentist in Columbus, has extensive post graduate…