Blog Archive

Bad Oral Health Habits You May Not Realize You're Doing Sep 6th, 2023

The best way to prevent chips, breaks, and sensitivity is to treat your teeth with care. There are many ways people mistreat their teeth without meaning to, and even the most diligent brushing and flossing won’t protect you from the consequences. To take better care of your teeth, break these...

How Botox Can Treat a Gummy Smile Aug 8th, 2023

Every smile has its own unique charm, and some people think that a gummy smile can make you look happier and more approachable. However, many people aren’t fond of their noticeable gums and will go to great lengths to smile differently or not at all. With Botox® injections, you can grin...

3 Subtle Signs of Periodontal Disease Jul 12th, 2023

Many of us take our teeth and gums for granted, not thinking about their health until something noticeable goes wrong. However, you shouldn’t wait for a toothache or bleeding gums to begin worrying about your teeth. Next time you’re brushing, flossing, or just looking in the mirror, check for subtle...

Versatile Veneers Easily Remedy Many Smile Flaws Jun 2nd, 2023

There are plenty of small imperfections which can make your smile look less than a hundred percent perfect. From slight discolorations to small chips or uneven gums, every slight discrepancy adds up to make you feel self-conscious. Fortunately, there’s a fast and easy solution. At Fayette Dental Group, serving patients...

4 Reasons Why You Might Need Tooth Extractions as an Adult May 4th, 2023

Baby teeth sometimes have to be pulled if there’s severe decay, if the root has gone bad, or if there’s an infection. Teeth can become impacted, refuse to fall out, shift in your mouth, or your gum may start to grow over your teeth. However, it’s not just recalcitrant baby...

More Reasons to Smile About Your Dentist, We Offer Fillers and Botox Apr 10th, 2023

With proper dental hygiene, regular cleanings, and judicious application of cosmetic dentistry, you can maintain your smile for decades. Your skin, however, is more vulnerable to the ravages of time.  Aging and sun damage cause a loss of volume and elasticity, leading to wrinkles that may be difficult to smooth...

Spring Break: A Great Time to Get Those Painful Wisdom Teeth Out Mar 14th, 2023

Thinking about getting your wisdom teeth out? You’ll need some time to recover, and that amount of time can vary from person to person. Spring break is a great time to have your wisdom teeth removed, because you can benefit from built-in downtime for recovery. At Fayette Dental Group, serving...

5 Essential Steps for Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy Feb 21st, 2023

It’s never too early to address your child’s dental health. Oral health care should start long before their teeth ever begin to erupt, and visiting the dentist should be cemented as a positive experience from their very first appointment. At Fayette Dental Group, serving patients in Fayetteville, Georgia, and the...

5 Reasons Dental Implants are the Best Choice for Replacing Missing Teeth Jan 31st, 2023

More than 3 million Americans have replaced missing teeth with dental implants, and 500,000 more join them annually. The reason is simple: Dental Implants are the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. At Fayette Dental Group in Fayette, Georgia, Charley Cheney, DMD, and his team, know this first-hand. They’ve helped...

Why is dental implant maintenance so important? Oct 27th, 2021

Dental implants are the devices that we place in the bone and gum tissue to replace missing teeth. Implants are the best tooth replacement that we as dental professionals can provide for you. They act as teeth whether they are replacing just one tooth or acting as anchor teeth for...

September quick tip from Dr. Cheney! Sep 23rd, 2021

My crown came off, what do I do? Whether it’s a temporary crown, broken crown or a permanent crown, we recommend you contact us as soon as possible. There are several factors that can impact your tooth while in treatment or after treatment has been completed. A delay in getting...

Why should I try a Waterpik? Sep 23rd, 2021

Why should I try a Waterpik? Most people brush their teeth at least once a day. However, 50% of Americans have some type of gum disease. Brushing alone is not enough to protect you. A Waterpik is a way of flossing below the gum line and is estimated to remove...

Why should I consider Mi Paste? Sep 13th, 2021

What is MI Paste®? MI Paste® is a tooth crème that is made up of calcium and phosphate and helps to mineralize the teeth and keep them healthy! The good thing about MI Paste® is you can get it with or without fluoride, based on your preference. MI Paste® can...

Why should I consider placement of antibiotic to treat periodontal disease? Jul 13th, 2021

Last month, we talked about periodontal disease and the treatment of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection. What do we normally use to treat a bacterial infection? An antibiotic. ARESTIN™ (minocycline hydrochloride) is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria that causes the infection. It is locally applied antibiotic that...

June Oral Hygiene Tip Jun 10th, 2021

What is Periodontal Disease?  Periodontal Disease is an infection in the gum tissue that can cause the breakdown of the teeth in the socket. If left undiagnosed and untreated, the infection can cause the teeth to loosen in the socket and ultimately cause the loss of teeth. Where does the...

Dental Cleanings - Q&A with Hygiene Sep 26th, 2020

Why should I get my teeth cleaned every 6 months? During your dental cleaning you will get an exam by the dentist including an oral cancer screening. The hygienist removes tartar from your teeth which cannot be removed with toothbrush and floss. Each person has different dental needs depending on...

Missing or Broken Teeth - Q&A with Dr. Cheney Jan 22nd, 2020

(c)opyright Fayette Dental Group. Not to for redistribution without written consent from Fayette Dental Group.  WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS TO HELP ME SMILE AGAIN IF I HAVE MISSING OR BROKEN TEETH? There are various options to help you achieve your optimal smile. There is not a one-size fits all solution...