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No one should have a gap in their smile because they lost a tooth. Not only does it look unappealing, it threatens your dental health as a whole. A common treatment is getting a dental implant, which includes an artificial tooth root placed in your jawbone. This gives the restoration the same strength and stability as your natural teeth. But what happens if the bone under that gap is too thin ...

Everyone knows what they need to do to keep their smiles healthy: Brush, floss, and visit a dentist for regular cleanings and exams. That’s how you fight tooth decay. But your smile also includes your gums, and you need to look after these as well. Cavities are caused by harmful bacteria. (Don’t worry, everybody has some of these in their mouth.) But they can also irritate and infect your ...

You probably have heard about sleep apnea and how it interrupts your sleep. But do you know about the side effects of sleep apnea such as weight gain, increased fatigue, and even a higher risk of auto accidents? Call The Smile Center today at our Georgetown office (843-507-5064) or our Murrells Inlet office (843-507-5219). Our dentists are trained to help with this condition, including ...

When the pain began, it wasn’t a big deal. In fact, that jaw pain would come and go. You hoped it would go away for good, but then you noticed it was growing worse. Next came headaches and neck problems, and you realized this wasn’t going away on its own. If you have these symptoms, you probably have temporomandibular disorder, or TMD. The joints in your jaw are stressed and causing ...

We may be hotter than other climates here in South Carolina, but we still know how to celebrate the holidays! Like us, we’re sure your holiday gatherings will include endless photos … and many of those will get posted to social media. If you aren’t gung-ho about your pictures this year because of smile flaws, consider getting a beautiful smile at The Smile Center! Our Murrells Inlet, SC ...

This year, make the commitment to getting the smile you’ve always wanted, the beautiful smile you can be thankful for. It’s possible with cosmetic dental treatment at The Smile Center. Murrells Inlet dentist Dr. Miller has three decades of cosmetic work under his belt, so you can be sure your smile will look both natural and attractive no matter what your goals are. Could your drab smile ...

It may be a little early to finalize your Thanksgiving menu, but chances are you already know whose house you’ll be celebrating at this year. When you all gather around the table, you might take a few minutes to share what you’re thankful for this year. This could include everything from the loved ones you’re gathered with to the meal set before you. Though if you’re missing teeth, ...

Are you running out of afterschool snack ideas for the kids? Do you want to replace more of your pantry and fridge items with healthier options? Have your kids been eating too many sweets and processed foods, and you don’t want to deal with any more cavities from them? The Smile Center can help. We’ve put together a list of a few healthy snacks you can try out with your kids. The more input ...

All the fall decorations are up now, and the more ambitious of us are already getting our Christmas decorations out of the attic! It can’t hurt to plan ahead, which brings us to today’s topic. Have you planned out your dental appointments for the rest of the year? If you have dental insurance, chances are your benefits will not roll over to 2019. If you haven’t used your benefits, then call ...