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Some foods will help you grow healthy teeth and keep them forever. Some foods will prevent you from growing healthy teeth, or harm the ones you already have. You can grow and maintain strong, healthy teeth by eating a diet that your mouth (and your body) will truly love. But do you know what foods… (Read More)

Originally created for people unable to consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in Arlington in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, Dr. Hawkins wants you to know which of these options are best for your dental and general health – so here are the facts… (Read More)

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction is a really long name… so let’s call it TMJ.  That sounds more familiar—you’ve probably heard it before. Maybe some lingering pain in your chewing muscles and bones even have you wondering if you have it. TMJ dysfunction is sometimes called TMD, TMJD, or TMJ Syndrome, especially if there seem to be… (Read More)

We’ve all had a toothache at some point or another. While you should always consult your Arlington dentist, it’s not always a serious problem. Often, the issue can be fixed with a filling or a root canal. However, many Arlington residents have found themselves in a situation where the tooth is not salvageable, and the… (Read More)

Going to school and getting an education are essential components of a child’s development, and they take the things they learn with them for the rest of their lives. No matter what type of school children attend, their support system at home has a great deal to do with not only their feelings about school,… (Read More)

Imagine this – you have come to see Arlington dentist Dr. Kasey Hawkins for a cleaning and routine checkup. The cleaning goes well, but then Dr. Kasey Hawkins tells you that you have a cavity. You’ve been dreading the possibility of this news and now you fear that something must be wrong, since you have… (Read More)

You had braces when you were younger and never experienced any jaw pain or other TMJ symptoms prior. Then, after you completed your orthodontic treatment, you developed a pain in your jaw, maybe accompanied by popping, locking, clenching and grinding. Maybe you developed these symptoms shortly after having your braces removed, maybe it was a… (Read More)

Why Are My Teeth Sensitive? There are many specialized toothbrushes and types of mouthwash and toothpaste available to Arlington residents who suffer from sensitive teeth. It is a very common problem that lots of products claim they can solve, but have you ever wondered why it exists? Today, Dr. Kasey Hawkins would like to explain… (Read More)

It’s no secret that diabetes is a health condition that must be treated because of the problems it can cause throughout the body—including your mouth.  Almost 26 million children and adults in the U.S.  suffer from diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. Arlington dentist Dr. Kasey Hawkins wants you to know the side effects… (Read More)

If you’ve ever gone too long between brushing your teeth, you know how slimy and dirty your teeth can feel. Some people lovingly call this layer of grime “teeth sweaters.” But it has a real name: plaque. Plaque is common but it can cause poor oral health if you ignore it. Read below for more… (Read More)