P. Spencer Witkin DMD

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Do we have your current contact info?
posted: Aug. 13, 2025.

As you probably know, you can always connect with the doctor and our team by calling our WALTERBORO, South Carolina office, or going to our Facebook page. However, if you’ve Read more
What do you love about our practice?
posted: Aug. 06, 2025.

At P Spencer Witkin LLC, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you or your family have visited the doctor and our team for a single visit or Read more
When is the best time to floss?
posted: Jul. 30, 2025.

At P Spencer Witkin LLC, we prefer our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which the doctor will tell you, is Read more
Foods that Can Harm Enamel
posted: Jul. 23, 2025.

Many people who are careful about brushing and flossing their teeth wonder how they still end up with cavities or tooth decay. Several factors affect wear and tear on tooth Read more
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Jul. 16, 2025.

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more
Brushing: Before or after breakfast?
posted: Jul. 09, 2025.

In a perfect world, we would all jump out of bed ready to greet the day with a big smile and a toothbrush close at hand to clean our teeth Read more
Oral Health Tips: Travel Edition
posted: Jul. 02, 2025.

When you leave on a trip, you probably double-check that evrything’s ready: your clothes are packed, your ticket is handy, and your passport waits patiently on top of your bag Read more
Eat Well, Feel Good, Smile Better
posted: Jun. 25, 2025.

Did you know that the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and gum disease? Not so coincidentally, they are also the easiest to prevent. As much as we Read more
Snacks for Healthy Teeth while Watching the Big Game
posted: Jun. 18, 2025.

It's almost game day and you're wondering what to put on the menu for your guests. Most snacks are typically highly processed and unhealthy. Why not mix it up this Read more
Bells and Whistles for Your Bristles?
posted: Jun. 11, 2025.

Modern dentistry has made the most of today’s technological innovations. And we’ve come a long way from the fraying sticks our ancestors used as toothbrushes. On the other hand, while it’s Read more
Caring for Your Dog’s Teeth
posted: Jun. 04, 2025.

It may come as a surprise to learn that dogs, like humans, have both baby and adult teeth. Most dogs, unlike humans, have all of their adult teeth by the Read more
Which mouthwash should you use?
posted: May 28, 2025.

Although using mouthwash is certainly not the equal of brushing and flossing, it does have benefits for your dental hygiene. If you use mouthwash regularly, you should find out which Read more
To use or not to use mouthwash; that is the question
posted: May 21, 2025.

A famous mouthwash company chose the marketing slogan, “Better than flossing.” As a consumer, would you believe a high-end commercial that essentially tells you to stop flossing? Just use this Read more
My toothbrush did what?
posted: May 14, 2025.

If you were to put your toothbrush bristles under a high-powered microscope, what you would see might give you nightmares: millions of bacteria, busily crawling up and down your toothbrush Read more
Taking Care of Your Toothbrush
posted: May 07, 2025.

Did you know your toothbrush could be covered with almost ten million germs? We know … it’s gross! That’s why you should know how to store your toothbrush properly, and Read more
Great Gifts for Grandparents
posted: Apr. 30, 2025.

Our grandmothers and grandfathers, our moms and dads—we’ve known them our whole lives. So, why are they so hard to shop for? If your older family members have all the sweaters, Read more