Robert C. Sikes, DDS Blog

Believe it or not, pain is a good thing. This is your body’s way of communicating with you that, “HEY! Something is wrong!” Pain is never something that you want to deal with, but it does call for action quickly—especially tooth pain. Generally, tooth pain can range from minor sensitivity to severe jolts of pain. It really depends on the cause of your tooth pain and how deep it is affecting your tooth. The more your tooth’s pulp (where the nerve endings are supposed to be buried safely) is exposed to the pain-inducer, the more you will experience that unpleasant sensation. Your dentist in Cookville wants you to be aware of the several types of tooth pain you may encounter and what to do if you happen to experience them.

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If you’ve lost one or multiple teeth, you’ve probably thought the chances of restoring your smile’s beauty and functionality is slim to none. That’s not true! You don’t have to struggle with difficulties eating or speaking—or continue being embarrassed each time you smile. We can help create restorations that blend seamlessly into your smile and can be attached for years to come: dental crowns in Mount Pleasant. The office of Robert C. Sikes is here to restore purpose in your smile and bring your confidence to the next level by combining quality restorations and dental implants.

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Decision-making isn’t easy in a world full of options — and there’s certainly no shortage of dentists in our community. But people who stick with a single dental team to care for their teeth and gums are more likely to keep up with the routine care that keeps them smiling for life. So when it’s time to make a decision, how can you know you’re choosing the best dentist in Cookville? We’ve got some pointers.

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If you’re like many people, whenever you think that you need to go to the dentist, you simply type ”dentist near me” into a search engine and hope for the best. You see links to thousands of practices, and even click on a few, but none of them actually compel you to make an appointment. They either don’t have everything you need or are too far away. You want a practice in your area that offers comprehensive care; you only want to have to go to one place. Fortunately for you, your answer is only a 10 minute drive away. Dr. Robert Sikes, your dentist near Cookville, can offer you the type of care and experience that is more than worth the short trip. (more…)

As you’re sitting in the coffee shop enjoying a midday break, you notice you have a slight toothache. Funny, you haven’t noticed this before, why is it hurting now? Could it be because you have a cavity? How would you even know, what are the signs to look for? Cavities can be very hard to spot initially, so in order to make your life a little easier, here are the top 7 signs that you might have one, courtesy of your Cookville dentist, Dr. Robert Sikes. (more…)

Did you know that painful issues such as tooth decay and cavities can actually be avoided? You’ve probably been told to stay away from sugar, however preventative dentistry is also your first line of defense against dental issues. This is why we recommend that you visit us for cleaning and checkup appointments every six months, or twice per year. Dr. Robert Sikes, your premiere dentist in Cookville, discusses the importance of preventative dentistry.

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Most people who have lost one or more teeth are candidates for dental implants. Because they provide a whole-tooth replacement, dental implants are a highly popular option following tooth loss. More people than ever are choosing dental implants these days — are you a good candidate for implant dentistry? Learn whether or not you can benefit from a dental implant crown in Mount Pleasant from Dr. Sikes.

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