The Tooth Fairy is undoubtedly a time-honored tradition. Almost every adult has memories of placing a baby tooth under their pillow and waking up in the morning to a little money. While this is has worked for many years, it’s about time that we improve the tradition, bringing it firmly into the 21st century. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, dentist discusses ways to make the Tooth Fairy more interactive and fun for your family. (more…)
Dental Sealants Can Help Prevent Cavities
Practicing preventative care is perhaps the most important component of keeping your mouth healthy. Brushing your teeth and flossing twice a day goes a long way to preventing cavities and gum disease. When you take good care of your teeth, it lessens the likelihood of more severe issues developing in the future. Similarly, going to the dentist twice a year for checkups and cleanings allows professionals to examine your smile to make sure nothing serious is developing. Another tool of preventative care is dental sealants. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, dentist discusses what sealants can do for your smile and also describes the importance of preventative care, overall.
Treating Advanced Gum Disease
According to studies from the Centers for Disease Control, gum disease impacts half of people over the age of 30. Without treatment, this could lead to discomfort and even tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, dentist talks about how we can use minor oral surgery to manage the disease and prevent issues like tooth loss!
Gingivitis Harms More Than Your Gums
A recent study from the University of Washington School Of Dentistry has found that gingivitis can not only damage teeth and cause tooth loss, but it can also contribute to heart disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, and bowel diseases. This information places urgency on our need to practice preventative care measures — like going in for regular dental checkups and cleanings. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, dentist discusses the causes of gingivitis and the ways you can fight it.
Helpful Travel Tips For Your Teeth
With traveling becoming an option again, many of us are eager to book a getaway and go on an adventure. In all the excitement of visiting a new place and seeing the vast splendors of the world, it is easy to let our oral health take a backseat to just soaking in new locales. That said, there are easy ways to maintain our smiles, no matter where we find ourselves. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, dentist talks about travel tips that will help you keep your teeth healthy all across the globe.
We Can Help Prevent Teeth Grinding
While you likely know that teeth-grinding is detrimental to the health of your affected teeth, you may not be aware of the damage it can do to your jaw as well. This disorder, also known as bruxism, can be caused by jaw alignment issues as well as environmental and emotional circumstances. Moreover, it can also be tied to TMJ disorder, which is the misalignment of the joints that connect your jaw to your skull. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, dentist will discuss the causes of bruxism and the ways that you can treat it.
Protect Your Children’s Teeth
Good dental habits start at a young age. By teaching your child the proper way to care for their teeth, you are setting them up for a lifetime of good oral hygiene. Like adults, kids need to brush their twice a day and floss them daily. When they are very young, you will have to care for their teeth for them, but as they get older, you — with the help of their dentist — can teach them the proper techniques and best practices. Your dentist can also teach you the best ways to keep their smiles clean. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX dentist discusses the importance of your protecting your child’s teeth and the ways that oral healthcare professionals can help.
A Root Canal Can Save Your Smile
We often hear about root canals, but not many of us know exactly what the procedure consists of. The unknown is intimidating, and it can prevent us from taking the proper steps to keep ourselves healthy. In the case of your mouth, this procedure — while seemingly daunting — is very important to maintaining oral health when you have an infected tooth. Moreover, it can help alleviate pain and discomfort. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX dentist will discuss the importance of the procedure, who needs it, and what the benefits are. (more…)
What Are Fillings And Do I Need One?
Many of us think about our twice-daily tooth brushing in terms of preventing cavities; it is how many of our parents and dentists contextualize the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene. Despite these efforts, tooth decay can still occur and when it does, your dentist will likely suggest a filling. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX dentist discusses when you might need a filling and what goes into the process of placing one in your affected teeth.
The Protection Provided By Deep Cleanings
Regular trips to see your dentist for preventive care are important for many reasons. They provide protection against tooth decay, but they focus on more than just the condition of your teeth. At these visits, your Dallas, TX dentist will also look out for signs of periodontal trouble. An infection that is caught in time can be addressed through a deep cleaning, a service provided during routine exams. Instead of only cleaning the portions of your teeth that are above your gum line, we take care to remove bacteria that have already moved beneath the gum line to cause problems. By doing so, we can return the tissues to good health and help you avoid potentially serious consequences from an infection. (more…)
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