By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
June 28, 2024
Young children have a lot of energy. They burn it off by running around, climbing on things and being physically high-spirited. That’s why…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
June 28, 2024
Summer is the perfect time to flaunt a bright, beautiful smile. A dazzling smile not only enhances your appearance but also boosts your confidence. …
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
June 28, 2024
Canker sores are unpleasant. But the good news is that these painful aphthous ulcers (their medical name) can’t spread from one child to…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
June 28, 2024
A beautiful smile can be a great confidence booster, and there are several effective ways to enhance your smile quickly. One of the most immediate…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
May 30, 2024
Maintaining a clean and healthy smile requires more than just a quick brush in the morning. Proper dental hygiene involves several steps and…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
May 30, 2024
Achieving a bright, white smile is a common goal for many people, and there are several effective ways to enhance the whiteness of your teeth. At our…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
May 29, 2024
Parents whose offspring have food allergies can’t take their kids to dental appointments without forethought. An allergen could enter their…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
May 29, 2024
If your child’s teeth are a bit discolored, he (or she) may have dental fluorosis (pronounced “floo-roh-sis”). This common…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
April 29, 2024
By now, most people are well aware that sugary treats like chocolates, hard candies, caramels, cakes and pies are the leading culprits on the…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
April 29, 2024
The warm weather has arrived, and with it comes our thirst for all our favorite spring and summer activities. But, as our friendly family dentist at…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
April 29, 2024
Children undergo many physical transitions as they grow up. The stages in their oral development are markers that help parents and caregivers deliver…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
April 29, 2024
Saliva keeps the mouth comfortably moist, protects enamel, aids chewing and swallowing, neutralizes destructive acids, kills germs, fights bad breath,…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
March 29, 2024
Getting a young child to quit sucking her (or his) thumb—a habit that makes her feel secure, comfortable and happy—can be quite a…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
March 29, 2024
Fluoride treatments are a cornerstone of preventive dental care because they offer numerous benefits for maintaining oral health and preventing tooth…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
March 29, 2024
You probably associate your routine visits to our friendly family dentist at Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA with a thorough cleaning and exam, reminders about…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
March 29, 2024
Your friendly dentist at Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA has a question: Where have you been? We consider our patients to be part of our extended family, and when…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
February 28, 2024
Many children with crowded and/or crooked get their teeth straightened with help from clear aligners, metal braces or clear braces. In other…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
February 28, 2024
Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the lung airways that causes coughing, chest tightness, wheezing and shortness of breath. If your daughter or son…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
February 26, 2024
Enamel is crucial to the protection of everything that lies under it. It’s robust enough to hold up over decades of chewing and biting. …
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
February 26, 2024
When you go to the dentist for a routine checkup or for an issue that needs attention, X-rays provide valuable information for him (or her) to…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
January 2, 2024
Your journey to a better smile begins right now. At our dental office, we understand the transformative power of a confident smile, and we're here to…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
January 2, 2024
As we step into the promising horizon of 2024, our dental office is thrilled to be part of your journey towards better oral health and brighter…
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
January 2, 2024
Here are two facts: Young children squirm and some aren’t crazy about going to the dentist. …
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By Perry L. Jeffries, DDS and Associates, PA
January 2, 2024
Does your “tween” or teen dislike her (or his) smile because one or more of her front teeth are moderately uneven? Do the misalignment…
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