If you have gum disease, your smile could be in grave danger. Unfortunately, this disease can severely damage your gums and your oral health, eventually resulting in loose and lost teeth. Fortunately, your dentist, Dr. John S. Grisham, can treat the disease, even in the early and late stages. Typically, non-surgical treatments can solve the early stages while surgical treatments... read more »

Dr. John S. Grisham and our dental team recommend cleaning your smile twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Do you ever wonder why this is the case? If so, we are more than happy to help you! There are many things brushing can do for your smile. First, brushing can keep your smile free from plaque. This is essential... read more »

Did you know your child’s smile is vulnerable to cavities, even though their little chompers just grew into place? Well, it’s true. This is why it’s important to help your child prevent dental cavities while they’re young. This problem is common and it is often referred to as baby bottle tooth decay. To help your child avoid cavities while they’re... read more »

Your dentist, Dr. John S. Grisham, and our dental team care about you and your smile, which is why we encourage you to protect your teeth and gums if you participate in any winter sports and activities that pose a threat to your oral health. If you participate in any of the following things, please keep your smile in mind... read more »

During a natural disaster, it’s best to have a plan so you can be prepared and less stressed and scared. It’s the same with a dental disaster. If you have a plan, dental emergencies don’t seem as terrifying or overwhelming. So, our John S. Grisham, DDS team encourages you to create a plan to use during a dental disaster. To... read more »

As you may already know, dental checkups are extremely important. In fact, they are vital for good oral health. But do you ever wonder why they are so important? If so, our John S. Grisham, DDS team is more than happy to help you! Dental checkups and cleanings are vital because of these three reasons: Reason No. 1: Your dental... read more »

Dr. John S. Grisham and our John S. Grisham, DDS team care about you and your oral health, which is why we encourage you to keep your toothbrush as clean as possible. To help you do so, we recommend doing the following things on a regular basis: -- Wash your hands with soap and warm water before and after brushing... read more »