WARNING: This fact may startle you: “80 percent of the U.S. population has some form of periodontal (gum) disease.” ‐ From Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Despite this statistic, gum and other oral diseases are 100% preventable. The secret: Practicing...
Breast Cancer News from Dentist in Greenville, SC (Dr. Greg Ayers) Approximately one in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer. What’s even more frightening, an estimated 231,840 cases of breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in 2015. You might think...
We all know what it’s like to be a teen, right? We’ve all been there! Our teens today have so much going on with homework, school sports, preparing for college, making time for friends, and in this technological world we live in, they like to throw in some gaming time...
Congratulations, you have a baby on the way! Did you know it’s very important to maintain good oral health during pregnancy? Pregnant women with severe periodontal disease may be at increased risk of complications, including preterm delivery or increased risk of...
ProGrin Dental’s Secrets of the South Carolina Summer Super-Mom! 1. Download fun, free dental apps for kids available on the App Store or Google Play: • Toothsavers Brushing Game • OralB Disney Magic Timer • Brusheez – The Little Monsters Toothbrush Timer 2....
As your South Carolina dentists, we are committed to the health and well-being of the mouths in our community! As you already know, regular cleanings and checkups are vitally important to maintain healthy teeth and gums. However, in addition to fighting plaque,...
ProGrin Dental is Woodruff’s favorite family dentist! To celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month, here are a few key facts about baby teeth. When your child is born, all 20 baby teeth are already there, just waiting for their big day. Those baby teeth will begin to...
Let’s be real here: We know that visiting the dentist can be something that makes many patients nervous. Research shows that 20% of individuals who experience severe anxiety will only go to the dentist if absolutely necessary. However, regular dental checkups are...
You’re having a baby! Excitedly, you contacted friends and family to share the life-changing news, but did you also remember to call your dentist? You might wonder, “What does my dentist have to do with our new addition to the family?” More than you might...
Do you equate a healthy, attractive smile with teeth that are dazzling white and cavity free. Absolutely! Yet, while these are undoubtedly major factors, the condition and health of your gums is another part you shouldn’t overlook. Gums play an important role in...
