Blog | Dentist in Gaffney, SC | L. Wes Turnage, Jr., DMD

What stinks?
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

Spilling soda on someone’s white shirt, telling an off-color joke at an inappropriate time, or sneezing chewed food all over the dinner table all pale in comparison to the socially Read more
Snack Attack
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Let’s avoid both those possibilities! We have several tooth-healthy Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more
Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda: Which is better for teeth?
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

When most patients ask the doctor this question, they're thinking strictly about sugar content — cut out the bacteria-feeding sugar that's present in regular soda by opting for a diet Read more
When to Begin Dental Care for Your Baby
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

Children’s oral health differs from the needs of adults in many ways. It’s vital for you to understand what your child needs to keep his or her teeth healthy. the Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
A Spot of Trouble?
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read more
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
What Is The Best Age For Dental Implants?
posted: Nov. 22, 2021.

Although many people are living healthier and longer lives, those who have missing or failing teeth may not have the quality of life that often comes with longevity. To stay Read more
Detergent Foods: Clean your teeth while you eat!
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of Read more
Relax with Sedation Dentistry
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

the doctor and our team at L. Wes Turnage, Jr., DMD understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun. Read more
Most Valuable Dental Treatments
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

At L. Wes Turnage, Jr., DMD, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to Read more