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Jim Ed Watson DDs | Jackson MS
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, and you’ve probably already made reservations, ordered flowers, and bought a card. But have you checked your breath lately? Bad breath can ruin any night, whether it’s a first date or a night out with your husband of twenty years.
No one wants to worry about their breath, especially not when you should be relaxing with a loved one. Our Jackson Center for Smiles staff will help in any way we can, [Read more...]
During your appointment at Jackson Center for Smiles, you might hear us mention the word “occlusion.” This is simply a way of saying the way your teeth are aligned and how your upper and lower teeth fit together. Occlusion is probably not something you think about very often, but it is very important to the health, functionality and appearance of your mouth.
Dr. Watson wants to make sure you understand why the alignment of your teeth is such a big deal, and the options you have to fix any problems you may have. Always be sure to bring up any questions you may have with our Jackson dental staff, whether you have an appointment or call us up on the phone.
Jackson Center for Smiles loves giving you cheap, easy ways to protect and maintain your oral health. In this post, we wanted to let you know about the various uses of hydrogen peroxide, and how your family might find it helpful. As always, consult Dr. Watson before you begin any treatments, just to make sure you don’t have any special circumstances that might make this harmful to you.
Hydrogen peroxide is a common household product that can be found for very cheap at your local pharmacy or grocery store. Chemically, it is two oxygen molecules with two oxygen molecules, and it appears as a clear liquid with about the consistency of water. [Read more...]
Don’t worry: we’re not going to tell you to stop drinking coffee! We understand how necessary that morning (or afternoon) boost of caffeine can be, especially during these gloomy, winter months. We love our coffee too!
This Jackson Center for Smiles post is just to help you take care of your teeth by protecting them from stains and ridding them of any discoloration as safely as possible.
The holidays can be a stressful time for everyone, with buying presents, wrapping presents, decorating, hosting family, cooking, cleaning…the list goes on and on! Being stressed has many effects on our bodies, and Dr. Watson wants his patients to know about how it affects your mouth, especially when it comes to a condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ or TMD).
Interestingly, TMD is 9 times more likely to affect women than men, but all Jackson residents should be aware of the symptoms. Jackson Center for Smiles is hoping to help our patients remove stress and pain from their lives this holiday season!
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Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even…your mouth?
Snoring isn’t fun for anyone to listen to, especially for house guests on Christmas Eve. Chances are, if you or one of your loved ones snores, they probably have sleep apnea, which can be a much more serious disease than many people realize. Over 12 million people don’t know they have sleep apnea, [Read more...]
Having lipstick on your teeth is not a good look, but new studies show that picking the right shade to accent your pout can actually brighten those pearly whites! Using a dental color guide, scientists have proven that many hues of lipstick can make your teeth instantly look whiter, which Dr. Watson thinks is always a good thing.
So which colors do this? A general rule is to try to stick with those that have blue undertones which will contrast with the yellow tints of your teeth and make them appear brighter and whiter. When looking for a specific color, try in the deeper reds and maroons. Stay away from nudes, peaches, neutral pinks, and frosted lipsticks, which can make your teeth look the same color as the lipstick. [Read more...]
At Jackson Center for Smiles, we are always looking for new ways to make your life healthier and happier and new studies now prove that dentists can join primary care physicians in fight against diabetes. Dr. Watson and his staff want to do everything possible to help patients live a long and happy life.
You might think that there is no way you could have diabetes, and that this post doesn’t relate to you at all. But did you know that the American Diabetes Association estimates more than 7 million people in our country are living with undiagnosed diabetes? [Read more...]
We all know that candy is bad for our teeth. Our parents told us, the media tells us, Dr. Watson and our hygienists tell us, but most of the time we just don’t listen. How could we when it tastes so good? Along with being the Halloween season, this month is also National Dental Hygiene Month and Dr. Watson hopes to educate Jackson residents about ways to maintain a healthy, beautiful smile.
This post is not to tell you to stop eating candy altogether, but rather to educate you on what it does to your teeth and help you choose the right kinds. Halloween is the largest candy-buying season of the year in America, with consumers spending an estimated $2.5 billion last Halloween. If you haven’t bought yours yet, maybe you can make a more informed decision this year. [Read more...]
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, which makes it the perfect time for Dr. Watson to talk about how to properly brush your teeth. Many people don’t know the right techniques to use when cleaning their teeth, so hopefully this post will give you some quick tips.
The biggest thing to remember is that any brushing is better than no brushing, so don’t be discouraged if you are making some mistakes. [Read more...]
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