Tooth loss can affect more than just your appearance—it impacts how you eat, speak, and care for your teeth. At Ackley Dental Group in Spring Hill, FL, we specialize in dental implants that help restore function and confidence. Unlike traditional options like dentures or a bridge, implants offer distinct advantages, making them an excellent choice for many patients.
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays now behind us, you might be focused on how you can make the most of 2025 and the healthy habits you can put into place that will improve your health and overall life. If you’re working through your New Year’s resolution list for 2025, we’d like to offer an important recommendation: improving your oral hygiene. Continue reading to learn why this is so important, as well as 6 things you can do this year to improve your oral health.
Taking care of your teeth and gums does more than give you a pearly white smile and fresh breath—the health of your mouth can also affect your overall well-being. Studies show that inflammation and infections caused by tooth decay and gum disease can increase the risk of serious health conditions. Likewise, certain health issues can negatively impact your oral health. This strong connection between oral and overall health is just one more reason to prioritize dental care and maintain a consistent oral hygiene routine.
As the new year approaches, it’s only natural to think about new beginnings and the ways we can feel our best—inside and out. With a full range of general and cosmetic dentistry solutions, you already know you can trust us to take care of your oral health. But did you know we offer services that go beyond a bright, healthy smile? Keep reading to learn more about our facial enhancement treatments and how they can help you look and feel great as you head into the new year.
Here at Ackley Dental Group, we are frequently asked whether we accept certain dental insurance plans. In fact, when new patients call our office for the first time, that’s often one of their first questions. Dr. Kelly Ackley has created a video that answers many common questions regarding dental insurance. Click here to watch the video, and read on to learn more about our perspective on dental insurance.
We understand this time of year can be hectic. With Halloween behind us and Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s easy to focus solely on holiday preparations. But November also marks Mouth Cancer Awareness Month—a reminder to be vigilant about your oral health. While mouth cancer may not be the most common form of cancer in the U.S., it’s important to be aware of the risks and know the warning signs that could signal a problem. Read on to find out if you may be at risk.
Did you know there is another special day to celebrate in October besides Halloween? World Smile Day occurs on the first Friday in October. This day is all about spreading kindness, happiness, and joy through smiles and thoughtful acts. Even though the day has passed, we believe that spreading smiles and kindness is important every day!
Do you often struggle to eat certain foods because they cause extreme discomfort in your teeth? You might experience this issue when biting into frozen foods or eating items with extreme temperature differences. This could be a sign of tooth sensitivity. Many people experience sensitivity occasionally; however, it could also indicate a problem with your oral health.
At Ackley Dental Group, we are passionate about helping our patients choose a treatment that is best for their needs and desires. Have you been dreaming of improving the appearance of your teeth and smile? Two treatments that are popular with our patients are veneers and Invisalign®. We want to explain more about these two treatments to help you decide which of them would be better for you.
Would you love to make an improvement to your smile? If you have been considering making any changes or improvements to your teeth or smile, now is the perfect time to learn more about how we can help you. We offer a variety of different cosmetic dentistry treatment options that can bring about any change you would like to see, big or small. There are many treatments that can be completed before the start of the holiday season. Read on to learn more about some of the cosmetic dentistry treatments we provide to our patients.
