General Dentistry

Tooth decay is a serious issue, but it can be managed with effective prevention and early treatment. Catching a cavity before it gets too advanced can help avoid more extensive procedures, such as root canal treatment, down the line.  However, it isn’t always easy to tell when you have a cavity as they don’t always…

Top Tips for Protecting Tooth Enamel Tooth decay can be a stubborn foe, but you’re not powerless when it comes to cavity prevention. In fact, the majority of cavities are entirely avoidable; all you need to do is learn what works when it comes to reducing your tooth decay risk factors. Here are 15 things…

Never fear, your dentist is here! Those aren’t exactly words that go through your mind when you think of your dentist, are they? Don’t worry, that’s not uncommon. That gives us all the more reason to do everything we can to put our patients at ease during their visits, whether they are in for a…

Our in-house dental sedation options provide peace of mind. If you have dental anxiety, you may feel like you’re alone—but in reality, you’re far from it. In fact, dental anxiety is common in both children and adults. Some estimates find that somewhere between 50% and 80% of all American adults have dental anxiety, ranging from…

Tooth pain is no joke. When your tooth hurts, the pain and discomfort can be all-encompassing. It impacts your ability to eat and sleep and can even make it hard for you to concentrate at work and school. So when it comes to a toothache, it is essential to know what might be causing it…

8 Reasons To Choose Hite Family Dentistry as Your New Dentist in the Edwardsville Area If you are new to the Edwardsville, Illinois area and are looking for a new dentist, or you just haven’t been to a dentist in a while, check out Hite Family Dentistry – we are currently accepting new patients! Why…