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Now Serving Patients in the Cedar Bluff Area

Now Serving Patients in the Cedar Bluff Area I am thrilled to announce that Dr. Kevin Bell, my son-in-law, will be joining Dr. Nathan Chesney, his brother-in-law, and myself at Chesney Dentistry.  Kevin is married to my oldest daughter Mary Ellen. They and their five children will be moving home to Knoxville and...

Invisalign: Everything You Need to Know

Invisalign: Everything You Need to Know Do you ever wish that your teeth were just a little straighter? Maybe you have even debated traditional metal braces but decided against it because of the inconvenience. Wouldn’t you be so excited to hear that there was an effective and efficient alternative to...

Tips For Maintaining A Healthy Smile

Tips For Maintaining A Healthy Smile PERIODONTAL PROBING – Information to help you maintain a healthy smile One of the most frequent questions we get asked from adult patients is “Why do you measure my gums?” Many patients believe we are checking the gum recession (attachment loss exposing the...

Does your jaw ever “pop” or “click”?

Does your jaw ever “pop” or “click”? Your jaw is made for chewing and talking, but overstraining it can cause TMJ symptoms like popping, clicking, and occasionally locking open or closed. That can be scary! So how do you know if you have TMJ disorder? Can it be corrected? Keep reading for helpful...

Electric Toothbrushes: Are they better than manual ones?

Electric Toothbrushes: Are they better than manual ones? Patients are asking if we recommend a power (or ‘electric’) toothbrush over an ordinary toothbrush. Let’s talk about the benefits and downsides of both options. We’ll answer questions like “Do electric brushes clean my teeth more effectively?” and “Are they worth the...