Pickens Family Dentistry

05/25/2026

Home of the free, because of the brave - Remembering our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always. 🇺🇸

05/18/2026

Onlay Preparation And Expectations✨🦷:
When a tooth has too much decay for a regular filling but doesn’t quite need a full crown, an onlay is the ideal fix. It restores the biting surface while saving as much of your natural tooth as possible!

Want to know what to expect at the dentist? Check out this quick guide to dental onlays to learn how they protect your smile.
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05/14/2026

Dental Health During Pregnancy:
Growing a human is a full-body workout, and believe it or not, your teeth and gums are part of the process! 🦷✨Hormonal changes during pregnancy can increase your risk for certain dental issues. Learn more here about what to be aware of in dental health during pregnancy!

💡 Quick Tip: Always let your dentist know you’re pregnant! Most routine care is perfectly safe (and recommended) during pregnancy.

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05/10/2026

05/03/2026

🦷 May is National Dental Care Month! 🦷
Your smile is one of your greatest assets! This month is all about prioritizing your oral health. Remember the "Golden Trio":
✅ Brush twice a day for two minutes ⏱️
✅ Floss daily (yes, every day!) 🧵
✅ Schedule your professional cleaning every 6 months 🗓️
A healthy smile leads to a healthy body! ✨

During the month of May, National Dental Care Month takes time to remind us of the importance of caring for our pearly whites.

04/26/2026

An Overview of Gum Disease:
Gum inflammation (gingivitis) often leads to periodontitis (gum disease). Almost half of adults ages 30 and older have signs of gum disease. About 9% of adults have severe gum disease.

Learn how oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and early detection play pivotal roles in maintaining dental health... https://wb.md/4clVCEE

04/19/2026

Sensitive Teeth - Explained:
Sensitive teeth can cause pain when eating or drinking hot, cold or sweet foods. It might point to an issue like gum disease, cavities or a cracked tooth - A dentist can help figure out the cause and offer relief. Find out what treatments are available... https://cle.clinic/4vMmzLR

04/13/2026

15 Ways to Get Rid of Halitosis:
Since halitosis is a sign of underlying oral or physical health issues, getting rid of it means getting at the root causes of this condition. Dental and medical treatments, changing lifestyle habits, medications, and surgeries can all play a role in getting rid of bad breath for good.
Find way on how to get rid of chronic bad breath here.

For occasional bad breath, try adding mouthwash to your flossing and rinsing routine. Find way on how to get rid of chronic bad breath here.

04/05/2026

Best wishes for a Happy Easter!🐣

04/02/2026

VIDEO - How To Floss Properly:
We all know flossing is critical to our dental health, so let's take a moment and take a quick refresher on how to do it properly - Your teeth and gums will thank you! 😁

Flossing teeth is a quick way to clean your teeth and gum effectively. Learn how to floss properly and the types of floss you should use here.