Nov
24
Preventive dental care is the foundation of your oral health care and should be performed on a regular basis to ensure a lifelong healthy smile. The goal of Dr. Bruce Spink and Dr. Barbara Anderson is to help patients maintain…
Oct
21
Acid reflux, GERD, and heartburn are common complaints for many patients today. There are a variety of reasons why someone may experience these common health concerns from genetics to medications to lifestyle habits. Dr. Bruce Spink and Dr. Barbara Anderson…
Sep
24
Aside from routine cleanings, is probably the dental specialty that most patients will experience as they age or as a result of tooth damage from a variety of causes. Restorative dentistry is a rather large umbrella term that encompasses a…
Aug
27
As parents, the end of summer marks the beginning of back-to-school preparation. This includes school supply shopping, summer reading, and visits with your child’s doctor and dentist to ensure that he or she is healthy for the upcoming school year.…
Jul
28
Modern dentistry recommends that we strive to keep our natural teeth healthy for as long as possible for the best quality of life. With the advent of new technology in the dental field and improved standards of oral health in…
Jun
22
Birmingham, AL dentist Dr. Bruce Spink offers treatment for patients who snore, bringing relief from symptoms and a good night’s sleep for all! Snoring is often not just the result of a stuffy nose or bad sleeping position, it can…
May
28
Could orthodontic treatment be the solution for your dental health or cosmetic concerns? Many patients know that it could but do not want to experience the embarrassment or inconvenience of metal braces. For those who need mild to moderate orthodontic…
Apr
28
Oral cancer is a growing health concern with cases rising annually around the globe. Although there are several contributing factors, one of the most important is the lack of routine screening. Sadly, a large percentage of diagnosed cases are late…
Mar
24
Tooth grinding, also known as Bruxism, can have a variety of causes, but is often the sign of an underlying bite or temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Many patients do not realize that they are clenching or grinding their teeth because it…
Feb
25
Most patients cringe when their dentist mentions a root canal as treatment for a damaged or infected tooth. But in reality, the root canal has become one of modern dentistry's more important treatments as we have learned the long term…
