General Dentistry

Everyone knows that we ought to see our dentist twice a year to keep our mouths healthy, but if you don’t have dental insurance, that can be a tall order.  On top of cleanings and x-rays, [...]

Keeping your gums healthy is very important to maintaining quality oral health. Keeping your gums healthy helps you avoid harmful bacteria that could otherwise grow in your mouth and cause [...]

The words “root canal” can send people into a panic. Even if you’re not usually afraid of the dentist, the idea of a root canal might be the scariest thing you can imagine. In [...]

You brush your teeth twice a day, every day, right? But how often do you replace your toothbrush or brush head? Brushing is such a mundane activity that it can be easy to forget that a toothbrush [...]

What Can I Expect When I Get a Crown?: When you get any dental work done, you may feel anxious or nervous about the process. Sometimes, just simply knowing what to expect can help quite a bit. [...]

With cold and flu season in full swing, many people are using the wide variety of medications on the market to help them get through their day. Every product warns the users against driving if [...]

Dr. J.D. “Bo” Westmoreland is proud to offer general dentistry services for the whole family and all stages of life. Along with our TMJ, migraine, Invisalign, and cosmetic offerings, [...]

Incisors are the most noticeable teeth in the mouth because of their position. Their chisel-like shapes and sharp edges make them perfect for biting and slicing food. They are located at the [...]

What is Bruxism? Bruxism is a condition in which patients grind or clench their teeth. It’s estimated that up to 10 percent of people grind their teeth, many of whom may only do so at night [...]

Teeth grinding, commonly known as bruxism, is an automatic clenching and gnashing that usually happens when you are asleep. It is estimated that about 5% of the world’s population [...]