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Palate Expansion for Improved Oral Health
posted: Sep. 30, 2021.
Many oral health problems can be fixed with orthodontics in Franklin, TN. One issue that can be corrected is a narrow or improperly sized palate which is the mouth roof. Read more -
Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
posted: Jul. 29, 2021.
Do you have gaps in your smile? Missing teeth affect the look and function of your smile. Your dentist, Dr. Paige Prather of Paige Prather Smiles, offers implant dentistry in Read more -
Seek Immediate Treatment for this Advanced Form of Gingivitis
posted: Jul. 22, 2021.
It takes only a short time neglecting your oral hygiene before you begin to notice some unpleasant things with your gums: swelling, redness or even bleeding. These are all signs Read more -
Topical Fluoride is a Safe Way to Protect Your Child's Teeth from Decay
posted: Jul. 12, 2021.
We've known for decades that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and lowers the risk for decay. And while adding it to toothpaste and drinking water are the more common ways for Read more -
Take These Immediate Actions to Save a Knocked-Out Tooth
posted: Jul. 02, 2021.
Accidents do happen, especially if you or a family member has an active lifestyle. One such risk, especially for someone playing a contact sport, is having a tooth knocked out.But Read more -
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
Want to know the exact wrong way to pry open a stubborn lid? Just ask Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC-TV’s popular “Tonight Show.” When the 40-year-old funnyman had trouble opening Read more -
Assessing Your Risk for Severe Gum Disease
posted: Jun. 12, 2021.
We’re all susceptible to gum disease when we fail to practice effective daily brushing and flossing. But you may have a greater risk of gum disease (and more severe forms Read more -
Changes Coming in the Use of Antibiotics in Dentistry
posted: Jun. 02, 2021.
In a little over a century, antibiotics have changed the face of healthcare. We no longer fear cholera, strep throat or even a small cut as our forebears did a Read more -
Survey Says: They'd Rather Have a Root Canal
posted: May 23, 2021.
Which would you rather have — the flu or a root canal procedure? Nearly 80 percent of people recently surveyed by the American Association of Endodontists wisely chose the root Read more -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: May 13, 2021.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, showing Read more -
A Bonded Retainer - Another Option for Keeping Your New, Straight Smile
posted: May 03, 2021.
For some, the excitement over their braces coming off gets dampened a bit with the prospect of now having to wear a retainer. But it has to be—newly realigned teeth Read more -
There's New Hope for a Better Understanding of Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Apr. 23, 2021.
Chronic jaw pain and limited jaw mobility are two common symptoms of a group of conditions known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD or TMD). Several effective treatments have developed over Read more -
These Popular Drinks Could Put Your Enamel in Danger of Erosion
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
Tooth enamel, to play on a phrase from Shakespeare, is made of “sterner stuff.” The strongest substance in the body, enamel can take years of biting and chewing and keep Read more -
What Chrissy Teigen's Inauguration Night Cap Mishap Could Mean For You
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.
Inauguration night is usually a lavish, Washington, D.C., affair with hundreds attending inaugural balls throughout the city. And when you're an A-List celebrity whose husband is a headliner at one Read more -
Dental Implant FAQs
posted: Feb. 09, 2021.
Patients who have missing teeth or major tooth and gum problems often have questions about dental implants. Implants are the modern solution for replacing teeth and are now often preferred Read more -
Welcome to the blog of Dr. Paige Prather
posted: Feb. 09, 2021.
Whether you are an existing patient or searching for an experienced, specialized dentist in the Franklin, TN area, we’re excited you are here. Our dental office is unique because we Read more
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