posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

At Ayham Yacoub, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of Read more

posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is Read more

posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

You’ve heard people tell you to say “cheese” when you’re having your picture taken, probably more times than you can count. There is another reason you should be saying “cheese” Read more

posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read more

posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is Read more

posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more

posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

Whether it’s a dull and throbbing ache or a sharp pain, toothaches can come in many different forms. Chances are you’ve had the discomforting experience once or twice in your Read more

posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique Read more

posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being Read more

posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more

posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up Read more

posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

There are certainly situations when going to an emergency room is the best response for your problem. A severe injury to your mouth, jaw, or face would qualify. However, when it Read more

posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

Health gurus rave about replacing unhealthy food choices with healthy ones in your diet. If you want to maintain your beautiful smile as well as your waistline, choose foods that Read more

posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

You’ve made an appointment at our WHITEHALL, Pennsylvania office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a filling. Read more

posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

At Ayham Yacoub, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part of daily Read more

posted: Nov. 22, 2022.

At Ayham Yacoub, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the WHITEHALL, Pennsylvania area to Read more