Damaging a tooth puts your entire smile at risk, and if you’ve started to notice pain or discomfort, it could be bacterial infection. It is important to talk to your dentist about what has happened, and if an infection has begun within the affected tooth, the situation is fairly urgent. You just don’t have the tools yourself to fight back against bacteria here on your own, and these harmful microorganisms can cause major damage on the way to the root. At that point, you’re probably talking about a root canal to help with moving forward.
With our team at Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, you’ve got a dentist who cares. Our office is built to help people maintain and improve their oral health, and we know the value of addressing a broken or cracked tooth. While you wait to schedule your examination, you give bacteria the chance to cause further damage, so don’t put it off any longer. Take a few minutes to make a plan for a stronger smile.
Cracked or broken tooth started to hurt? Find out more about how Gentle Smiles helps fight back against bacterial infection with root canal treatment.
This time of the year, we all start to come out of hibernation. The leaves start to appear on the trees, and in North Texas, it’s patio time. But before you pack up your family to go hit your favorite Tex-Mex restaurant, think about bringing the crew in for a checkup. A spring cleaning can help everyone to 
Your mouth is made up of many different things, and it’s up to you to maintain them. Teeth are just one part of the intricate world of oral health, so if you are only focusing on them when you brush and floss, then you’re falling a bit short. You see, without the help of bone and periodontal tissue, it’s tough for those teeth to stay upright. Take the time to 
When you crack, chip, or break a tooth, it’s time to talk to your dentist. You see, your smile is normally kept safe from bacterial infection through the strength of your enamel and the protective power of your gums, but either of those can be lost. You can experience real problems when gums pull away from their normal location on the side of teeth. And if 
When you think of your smile, your teeth are probably the first things to come to mind. But there’s more to your mouth than just them, and if you are not taking steps to keep your gums safe and healthy, then you could run into some issues. You see, bacteria leave behind acidic buildup called plaque, and when it stays in your smile, it 
Now that we are into the new year, it’s time to take 2026 by storm. Unfortunately, if you cracked, chipped, or broke one of your teeth during the holiday season, you need to take a few steps first. Losing the protection of your enamel puts you at real risk of 
This holiday season, pay attention to how much pride you have in your smile. If you show up to the Christmas party and immediately feel self-conscious about your oral health, then it’s time to talk to your dentist about making some changes. It’s important to remember that there are things that you can do 
Have you been doing all you can to give your child a great start? Well, if you’ve been going a little lax on their dental checkups, then the answer is no. Most children need these visits every six months, 
Your smile is about more than just your teeth. While we know that they certainly are the stars of the show, they need some help from their supporting cast. That means that if you have started to notice a shift in your gumline, or if you are seeing redness or swelling, then you are ready to talk with your dentist about your next steps. Because periodontal disease is routinely identified as the 
If you have not been in for a checkup yet in 2025, then you are starting to fall behind. Most people need to come in for a cleaning and an examination twice each year, giving their provider the chance to check in every six months. Even though we know that you take the time to brush your teeth for a full to minutes twice each day, and
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