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Todd Welch

Bio

Dr. Welch was born in Lake Charles, LA. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Alabama at Huntsville in 1998. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry in 2002. Dr. Welch then completed a three year residency program in Periodontics at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry/ Birmingham Veterans Hospital in 2005. Dr. Welch has been in private practice since 2005.

Dr. Welch is Board Certified by the American Academy of Periodontology and is a member of the Southern Academy of Periodontology. His professional interests include laser periodontal therapy, periodontal plastic surgery, bone grafting for prevention of tooth loss, dental implant placement, management of oral pathologic lesions, and the treatment and management of periodontal disease.

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  • West Tennessee Periodontics and Dental Implants

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  • Todd Welch
    Todd Welch answered:
    What are canker sores?
    Aphthous ulcers are most commonly round in appearance with a yellow-gray center and a fiery-red...  Full Post
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    Todd Welch answered:
    How can I help relieve my baby's teething pain?
    REMEDIES FOR TEETHING Anything cold – here are a variety of cool favorites: Frozen teething...  Full Post
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    Todd Welch answered:
    Can sinus pressure cause pain in my teeth?
    How to know if the pain is coming from a tooth or your sinuses: When a patient comes in with severe...  Full Post
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    Todd Welch answered:
    What are the treatment options for teething?
    Eight Natural Teething Remedies to Help Your Teething Baby Teething biscuits: Many parents love...  Full Post
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    Todd Welch answered:
    What causes trench mouth?
    Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (ANUG), more commonly known as “trench mouth”...  Full Post
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    Todd Welch answered:
    What mouthwash is recommended for bad breath?
    Did you know that as many as half of all Americans say that they suffer from bad breath? Many...  Full Post
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    Can oral cancer be detected early?

    Here are seven simple self-examine steps you can take to help identify oral cancers in their earliest stages, so you can get yourself into a treatment program NOW!

    1. Tongue and floor of the mouth
    • Look in a mirror and stick out your tongue.
    • Examine the upper surface of the tongue for
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  • Todd Welch
    Todd Welch answered:
    How can I stop my child's thumb-sucking?

    Sucking thumbs or fingers is completely normal for babies and young children. Babies actually begin to suck on their fingers or thumbs even before they are born. The behavior provides security for young babies.

    It's a way to make contact with, test and learn about the world. Recent studies

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    What is the right way to floss?

    Proper Flossing

    Flossing is an essential part of the tooth-cleaning process because it removes plaque from between teeth and at the gumline, where periodontal disease often begins.

    If you find using floss awkward or difficult, ask your dental hygienist about the variety

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  • Todd Welch
    Todd Welch answered:
    What is temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ/TMD)?

    The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a small joint located in front of the ear where the skull and lower jaw meet. It permits the lower jaw (mandible) to move and function.

    TMJ disorders are not uncommon and have a variety of symptoms. Patients may complain of earaches, headaches and limited ability

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    How do I know if invisaligns are right for me?
    The easiest thing to do is see an orthodontist. Many people do not realize that orthodontists do an extra 3 years of education specifically in orthodontics. General dentists can do invisalign, but if I were having invisalign, I would consult an orthodontist.  Full Post
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    What is amalgam (silver filling)?
    A silver filling is an alloy of an element or a metal with mercury. In dentistry, primarily of two types: silver-tin alloy, containing small amounts of copper, zinc and perhaps other metal;, and a second type containing more copper (12%–30% by weight); amalgams are commonly used to fill cavities....  Full Post
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    What does a dental assistant do?

    The dental assistant is a helpful person in the dentist office. He is the main source for helping patients plus the dentists. Basically, the job of the assistant seems to be small but it’s the responsibility of the assistant to manage all the activities and the time schedules for the dentist.

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    What does a dental hygienist do?
    The dental hygienist job description is indeed quite complex given that any dental hygienist's duty falls into various spheres including pre-procedure care, in-office treatment of dental patients and post-procedure care.

    During a dental appointment, a hygienist typically removes soft and hard

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    How much do dental bridges cost?
    The cost of dental bridges vary by the number of teeth missing, the demographics of the area you live, your insurance coverage and the materials used to make the bridge. Hope that helps.  Full Post