Dentists Stephen K. Malone and Brent M. Dickenson believe that new patients should experience comfortable personal time with them to talk about a number of essential aspects of the care they have received in the past and will receive in our Knoxville office. We will schedule you for an initial appointment that includes time for … Continue Reading »
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True Def Scanner
October 1, 2015 Knoxville, Tenn. — Dentist Stephen Malone D.M.D. of Knoxville, Tennessee (www.knoxvilledientistry.com) has been appointed by 3M Corporation to their international faculty for instructing dentists and specialists in the use of 3M’s True Def Scanner. He is one of eight faculty members and profiled on www.truedefdoctors.com. Dr. Malone’s dental office was the first … Continue Reading »
Solving Your Oral Health Puzzle
By Stephen K. Malone, D.M.D. At Knoxville Smiles, Dentistry is a collaborative and dynamic process—oftentimes achieved in phases. Patients come to us for a variety of reasons, and all of our dental treatment plans are individualized to solve each unique patient’s “oral health riddle” in a way that matches the needs and objectives of the … Continue Reading »
Your Oral Health and Systemic Health Are Linked
Research indicates that gum disease (periodontitis) is not just a localized infection. It also is associated with inflammatory illness elsewhere in the body. Our mouths are teeming with bacteria. When the gums and teeth are compromised, the bacteria, as well as viruses, gain entry into the bloodstream, travelling to other systems of the body. Maintaining … Continue Reading »
Preventing Acid Damage to Your Teeth
Much has been written about preventing tooth decay, teeth sensitivities and gum problems but little attention is actually given to preventing acid damage to your teeth. This problem is commonly known in the field of dentistry as acid erosion. Dr. Stephen K. Malone makes it a point to include acid erosion in his Knoxville preventive dental … Continue Reading »
Easy Tips for a Healthy Mouth & Teeth
Apart from your body’s overall health, the quantity and quality of food you consume is also a significant factor of your oral health.Dr. Stephen K. Malone and the rest of his team do not not only provide high-quality dentures in Knoxville but they are also committed to helping individuals achieve and maintain optimum oral health. How Food … Continue Reading »
So Much More Than a Cleaning!
Research (and years of practice!) have shown that regular preventive maintenance visits decrease the probability of major dental health care problems throughout life, thus making it imperative that we schedule and keep our “cleaning” appointments. However…it is so much more that a cleanining! At preventive maintenance visits we: Review your medical history to make sure … Continue Reading »
Gum Problems Linked to Blindness in Older Men
A recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology revealed that when compared to the rest of the general population, older men are 4 times more likely to suffer from blindness brought about by aging if they have lost most of the bone structure surrounding their teeth. This scientific finding should not be taken lightly … Continue Reading »
10 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Dentist
10 Essential Questions You Should Be Asking Your Dentist To achieve and maintain optimum oral health, you need a reliable and knowledgeable dentist to guide you. While dentists are not hard to find these days, it is important for you to be able to find someone who perfectly understands your dental needs and preferences as … Continue Reading »
Dr. Malone Changing Lives Ones Smile at a Time
Meet Michael Taylor. A drug addict since the age of 20, but now has a new outlook on life thanks to Dr. Malone and his staff. After a massive overdose on March 6, 2011, Michael decided to enter into rehab and get his life on track. He’s been completely sober for two years, however, the … Continue Reading »