The Benefits of Dental Implants vs. Bridges or Dentures

Discover Your Perfect Restoration at Kennett Center for Advanced Dentistry If you’re struggling with missing teeth, you have several options for restoration, including dental implants, bridges, and dentures. While bridges and dentures have been the traditional...

Dental Health Through Different Life Stages

Dental Care Across Your Lifetime Dental health is a lifelong journey that evolves dramatically from infancy to senior years. At Kennett Center for Advanced Dentistry, led by Dr. Peter Patellis in Kennett Square, we understand that each stage of life brings unique...

How to Find the Best Mouthwash for You and Where to Buy It

What Is Mouthwash? Mouthwash, also known as an oral or mouth rinse, is a liquid solution that cleans the mouth and freshens the breath. When used daily, it can remove food particles, plaque, and bacteria that cause tooth decay, halitosis, and gum disease. Mouthwash...

What Your Tongue Says About Your Health

Decoding the Color, Texture, and Coating of Your Tongue Your tongue is more than just a tool for tasting and speaking—it’s a window into your overall health. From its color to its texture and coating, your tongue can provide valuable clues about underlying health...

Tooth Erosion: What You Should Know

Are You Dealing with Tooth Erosion? Imagine running your tongue across your teeth and feeling rough patches, sensitivity when drinking hot or cold beverages, or noticing that your teeth appear more yellow or transparent at the edges. These could be signs of tooth...

The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Dental Health

Did You Know Sleep Apnea and Dental Health Can Be Connected? Do you wake up feeling exhausted despite getting a full night’s sleep? Does your partner complain about your loud snoring? These could be signs of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that affects...

How Our Dentist Can Spot Early Signs of Serious Health Conditions

Are You Keeping Up With Regular Dental Visits? Most people visit their dentist expecting a routine checkup, cavity screening, or professional teeth cleaning. However, many don’t realize that a dental exam can reveal much more than just the state of their teeth....

Unusual Signs of Dental Problems Most People Ignore

Don’t Ignore These Symptoms! When you think about dental issues, the first things that likely come to mind are cavities, gum disease, and tooth sensitivity. However, your body often provides subtle warning signs that something is wrong with your oral health, and these...

Causes of Tooth Sensitivity and How to Manage It

Relieve Discomfort and Protect Your Smile with Dr. Peter Patellis Tooth sensitivity is a common dental issue that many people experience at some point in their lives. Whether it’s triggered by hot or cold foods, or even by brushing, tooth sensitivity can be...

Can You Brush Too Much? The Risks of Overbrushing

How to Keep Your Teeth Safe and Healthy Brushing your teeth is one of the most important habits for maintaining a healthy smile. Dentists often remind us to brush twice a day, but did you know it’s possible to overdo it? Overbrushing—whether from brushing too hard,...