Blog

• posted: Mar. 25, 2026

Grinding of the teeth, also known as bruxism, is a serious condition from which nearly ten percent of Americans suffer. It’s a mechanical reflex that often happens during slumber. Unfortunately, Read More

• posted: Mar. 18, 2026

the doctor and our team at Rodney C. Richardson, DMDRodney C. Richardson, DMD hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing Read More

• posted: Mar. 11, 2026

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read More

• posted: Mar. 04, 2026

At Rodney C. Richardson, DMDRodney C. Richardson, DMD, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the Read More

• posted: Feb. 25, 2026

Whether it’s a dull and throbbing ache or a sharp pain, toothaches can come in many different forms. Chances are you’ve had the discomforting experience once or twice in your Read More

• posted: Feb. 18, 2026

Dentists use advanced procedures to save teeth which would have been lost a few decades ago. But sometimes, when a tooth is severely compromised, it just can’t be saved. In Read More

• posted: Feb. 11, 2026

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read More

• posted: Feb. 04, 2026

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read More

• posted: Jan. 28, 2026

Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read More

• posted: Jan. 21, 2026

There are numerous options for dental treatments out there, so how do you choose which are right for you? Our experts at Rodney C. Richardson, DMDRodney C. Richardson, DMD have Read More

• posted: Jan. 14, 2026

Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth. Read More

• posted: Jan. 07, 2026

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read More

• posted: Dec. 31, 2025

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Rodney C. Richardson, DMDRodney C. Richardson, DMD included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about Read More

• posted: Dec. 24, 2025

From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read More

• posted: Dec. 17, 2025

When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you Read More

• posted: Dec. 10, 2025

Short answer: No. But, since an answer that short is hardly worth the time it took you to click on the link, allow us to explain further! We tend to think Read More