Having problems with oral health? Chances are, you aren't the only one. The best way to avoid embarrassing dental issues is to schedule regular dental examinations and check-ups and maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet. However, following these oral hygiene commandments isn't always enough.

If you have a severely damaged or decaying tooth or a serious tooth infection, your dentist may recommend a root canal treatment. While many knees quake at the thought of root canals, the truth is they are actually very common procedures.

Most dental insurance plans cover one preventive dental care visit every six months. Results of a new study suggest that one in four employed adults who have dental insurance aren’t using their benefits due to concerns about cost.

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots used to restore a missing tooth or a section of teeth that helps to prevent jaw bone loss.

From subtle changes to major oral surgery, modern cosmetic dentistry works to improve the appearance of your smile through one or more procedures. With modern advances in dentistry, cosmetic procedures can range from a basic color correction to replacing missing teeth, and everything in between.

When it comes to your kids, there’s little more important than starting to take care of their health early. Early dental checkups are important as they help prevent cavities and tooth decay, which can lead to pain, trouble concentrating, and other medical issues. The sooner children begin getting regular dental checkups, the healthier their mouths will remain throughout their lives.

Medical expenses are one of the largest monthly budget items for most people. Many patients facing health issues have had to pay out of pocket for unexpected health expenses as their insurance providers refuse to cover certain treatments or conditions. This can lead to unnecessary financial strain as patients are left with few payment options when it comes to their medical expenses. Luckily, Care Credit was created as a more accessible option for covering medical expenses and can better equip pa...

Although a visit to the dentist shouldn’t strike fear in potential patients, many people have reservations about visiting a new dentists' office. There are certain things you can look for when choosing a dentist that may ease your fears, and hopefully leave you feeling satisfied after your dental experience. Here are a couple of ways to assess dentist offices in Bryan/College Station that may help you find a dentist you trust.

Anderson & Atkins, DDS is a locally owned dental practice. In 2001, Dr. Craig Anderson began working as an associate in the office of Dr. James B. Wilson and later Dr. Elsa Maxwell, a practice that has been a dental home to many in Bryan/College Station since the mid-1960s. One year later, in 2002, Dr. Anderson took ownership of the practice. After serving the Brazos Valley community in Bryan for 15 years, in January of 2015 Dr. Anderson made his dream of building a new office a reality, and rel...

Gums affected by periodontal disease become red and inflamed, often times bleeding during brushing or flossing. If treated in a timely manner, these conditions can be reversed, preventing periodontal disease from developing. Periodontitis is much more difficult to treat. Periodontitis affects your gums, bone and teeth in a manner that cannot be reversed. To prevent tooth loss, you may require more extensive, specialized treatment from your general dentist or even a periodontist. If left untreate...