Author: Dr. Tim Loughran
How to Reduce Pain from Braces
Braces are a great way to get the beautiful, perfect smile you deserve and leave a lasting impact, but they can also lead to uncomfortable and even painful times along the way. As you go through wire changes and adjustments, the addition of rubber bands, and other parts of having braces, the pain can seem…
Diabetes and Your Teeth
Diabetes is a disease that can lead to a variety of different health issues, including dental health problems. If you have diabetes, you need to be aware of the issues that it can cause for your teeth and gums. The Effect of Diabetes on Your Teeth and Gums There are a few different ways…
Do I Need a Dentist or Oral Surgeon for my Tooth Extraction?
The realization that you need a tooth extraction comes with a lot of questions, one of the biggest being wondering whether you need a dentist or oral surgeon. This procedure is not something to take lightly, so choosing the right provider is critical. Dentists and oral surgeons are both qualified to perform extractions, so how…
How to Choose a Dentist
There are many great dentists in Southern Illinois for you to choose from. With so many options, how can you choose? Here are some tips for choosing the right dentist from the dental care of Southern Illinois. How to Choose Tip #1: Set your priorities Before choosing a dentist, you need to know what…
Should I Replace My Missing Tooth?
At Tim Loughran, we strive to ensure everyone gets to keep their forever teeth, but sometimes, patients will come into our office already missing one or a few teeth. If you have lost a tooth, especially one that isn’t very visible, you may think you can get by without replacing it. However, there can be…
Diseases that Cause Tooth Decay
Bodily functions are all heavily interconnected and don’t operate independently, your teeth included. That’s why it’s so important to be aware of not just how to practice good oral hygiene, but also how other medical conditions or factors can play a part in your oral health. Tooth decay is one of the things that you…
Common Ways to Damage Your Smile
At Time Loughran Dentistry, we give out plenty of dental health tips to keep your smile in good shape, but today, we are gonna focus on the don’ts. Here are all of the common things people do, to damage their smiles: Dental Health Tips: Using your teeth as Tools Here is one of the best…
Floss to Keep Your Teeth Clean
Did you know that over a quarter of adults lie to their dentist about their flossing habits? This is a staggering amount of people who should be flossing daily but aren’t. The 27% of adults who lie about their flossing habits are skipping an incredibly important step of maintaining a high level of dental hygiene.…
Is Chocolate Bad for My Teeth
Halloween is quickly approaching which means you will likely be consuming more chocolate and candy than usual. This may leave you wondering if chocolate is bad for your teeth. Learn more about chocolate and your oral health with this guide from Tim Loughran Dentistry. Is Chocolate Bad? Lucky for you (and us!), chocolate is…
How to Help Pediatric Dentistry Anxiety
Tim Loughran Dentistry, located in Herrin, Illinois, is a dental practice that is here to serve patients of all ages. We’ve been providing Southern Illinois family dentistry since the 1980s. While we are here to serve the entire family, we recognize that some age groups experience more dental anxiety than others. Many children are…