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5 Ways Stress Can Affect Your Teeth

5 Ways Stress Can Affect Your Teeth

by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 7, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness

Stress has become a major problem in today’s society, especially lately with all the uncertainties that have revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic, economic pressures, politics, and a growing abundance of health concerns. This past year, you’ve likely felt more stress...
The Truth About Drinking Straws: Are They Really Better for Your Teeth?

The Truth About Drinking Straws: Are They Really Better for Your Teeth?

by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 16, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness

These days, drinking straws are very widely used. When you get a drink out and about, a straw can give you an easy, sanitary way to drink your beverage. At most restaurants, drinks automatically come with a straw, and many people are also choosing to purchase reusable...
How Does Sugar Affect Your Teeth

How Does Sugar Affect Your Teeth

by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 8, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry

We’re all learning more and more about how consuming large amounts of sugar can wreak havoc on your overall health. And if you’ve ever visited a dentist, you’ve heard how sugar can be devastating to your teeth and oral health. But with all these warnings, have you...
What to Know About Dental Implants

What to Know About Dental Implants

by University General Dentists Team Member | May 25, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentistry

For many, the thought of just going to the dentist for a regular checkup and cleaning is enough to set them a little on edge. For those considering oral surgery, like dental implants, it can be paralyzing. If this sounds like you or someone you know, don’t let fear be...
Getting to the Root of Root Canals

Getting to the Root of Root Canals

by University General Dentists Team Member | May 20, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness

The mention of a root canal evokes fear and dread in most dental patients, with visions of swollen, puffy cheeks and extreme tooth pain. In movies and TV even the phrase root canal is accompanied by dramatic moans and drawn expressions. The truth is, today’s root...
Why Do My Seasonal Allergies Give Me a Toothache?

Why Do My Seasonal Allergies Give Me a Toothache?

by University General Dentists Team Member | May 17, 2021 | Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness

East Tennessee is a wonderful place to live. The stunning Smoky Mountains, the beautiful lakes, football Saturdays, and time spent in the great cities across our area are just a few of the everyday things that make living here so perfect. However, East Tennessee is...
Why Brushing, Flossing, and Mouthwash are Important for Oral Health

Why Brushing, Flossing, and Mouthwash are Important for Oral Health

by University General Dentists Team Member | May 14, 2021 | Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness

You’ve probably heard the same instructions about how to have the best possible oral health for most of your life. Brushing twice a day, flossing, and using mouth wash (along with routine cleanings at the dentist’s office) have become standard, basic...
Can You Floss Too Much?

Can You Floss Too Much?

by University General Dentists Team Member | Apr 25, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health

Any general dentist will tell you, flossing incorrectly can irritate gums and cause gum recession. But skipping the floss takes an essential element out of oral hygiene. It’s a low-risk, easy habit that prevents one of the most serious oral health issues: periodontal...
Your Guide to Common Dental Terms

Your Guide to Common Dental Terms

by University General Dentists Team Member | Apr 9, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health

You know the importance of great oral health. We’ve all seen the commercials warning against plaque build-up and gingivitis. We’ve known friends who missed a half-day of work to have a tooth crowned. Or maybe you’ve been struggling with dry mouth and you’re not sure...
Is it Safe to Get Dental Care During the Pandemic? Yes & It’s Essential

Is it Safe to Get Dental Care During the Pandemic? Yes & It’s Essential

by University General Dentists Team Member | Jan 4, 2021 | COVID-19 Related Information, Patient Safety and Wellness

Everything has been turned upside down during the global COVID-19 pandemic. The world of dentistry is no exception. During the spring months, while the pandemic was beginning to take hold in the United States, individuals were advised not to leave home, including...
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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
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Email: gendent@utmck.edu

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