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Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Sinus Infection, TMJ and Pregnancy

Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Sinus Infection, TMJ and Pregnancy

by University General Dentists Team | Apr 28, 2023 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Vlog Series

Surprisingly some additional causes of tooth pain can actually be from a sinus infection, TMJ and even pregnancy. Dr. Rebecca Salustri with University General Dentists discusses these three conditions. Thank you for taking the time to watch! We hope you learned a lot....
Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Mouthwash

Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Mouthwash

by University General Dentists Team | Mar 3, 2023 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Vlog Series

Did you know that overusing mouthwash can cause tooth sensitivity and pain? Dr. Lusk explains how and why mouthwash can actually damage your teeth. Thank you for taking the time to watch! We hope you learned a lot. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to...
Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Clenching Your Teeth

Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Clenching Your Teeth

by University General Dentists Team Member | Feb 2, 2023 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness, Vlog Series

Ever been sitting there and noticed that your jaw is tight and your clenching your teeth? There’s a variety of reasons one may clench their teeth – stress, overactive jaw, etc. Dr. Alani with University General Dentists gives us the low down on teeth...
Senior Dental Hygiene: Common Issues and How to Prevent Them

Senior Dental Hygiene: Common Issues and How to Prevent Them

by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 8, 2022 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Senior Oral Health

Over the last couple of years, as you are looking after your own health, you might have often found that you are making sure your loved ones do the same— especially your grandparents, parents, or other older family members. You might also be wondering about some other...
What You Should Know about Sleep Apnea and Dental Health

What You Should Know about Sleep Apnea and Dental Health

by University General Dentists Team Member | May 9, 2022 | Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness

Sleep apnea affects an estimated 25 million American adults, and approximately 80% of sufferers are undiagnosed. Sleep apnea can lead to stroke, cardiovascular issues, and a myriad of other healthcare concerns, not least of which is the fogginess and fatigue that can...
How Cavities Form and How Your Dentist Fixes Them

How Cavities Form and How Your Dentist Fixes Them

by University General Dentists Team Member | Apr 7, 2022 | Dentistry, Oral Health

Tooth decay, more commonly called cavities, are permanently damaged areas in tooth enamel where holes form in the teeth. Cavities grow slowly over time when excess acid in the mouth erodes the enamel. That acid can be caused by a number of factors, often in...
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University General Dentists are directly affiliated with the University of Tennessee Medical Center, and we are able to provide the expertise of an accomplished faculty and modern clinical therapies in a state-of-the-art environment. We offer a full range of services and treatments using the latest in dental technology.

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1930 Alcoa Hwy, Suite A-340
Knoxville, TN 37920

Phone: (865) 305-9440
Fax: (865) 305-9442
Email: gendent@utmck.edu

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10000 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37922

Phone: (865) 500-5700
Fax: (865) 338-5887
Email: west@utknoxvilledentists.com

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