Mother Theresa once said “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Do you think it’s beautiful? Bright eyes and bright smiles are best served clear and clean. Regular check ups with The Plano […]
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Worried About Dental Visits? Sedation Dentistry in Plano
“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist?” This is a common question here in Plano, and at dentist offices all over the country. There is no one-size-fits-all answer, but for many patients, sedation dentistry is the blessing they’d hoped for. First, though, the Plano Dentist likes to know what’s going on with […]
Dazzling! Teeth Whitening in Plano
Some people are born with naturally white teeth. They’re lucky that way, because most of us – in Plano, and all over the country – have to work at it, and work hard. But guess what? Professional whitening can help. Don’t Forget to Brush The first thing to keep in mind seems like a no-brainer, […]
Amazing Dental Implants
Categories: Dental Implants
Implant dentistry has come a long way in recent years. It is the best permanent tooth replacement option available to people in Plano and elsewhere. A dental implant is a metal (usually titanium) rod implanted into the jaw bone to replace the missing root. The crown and supporting structure are securely and permanently attached to […]
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At The Plano Dentist
It has now been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. Texas dental patients should be grateful for the advances made in general dentistry during the past century and a half. There was a time when Dallas blacksmiths and wig makers would also perform tooth extraction surgeries with […]
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
Categories: General Dentistry
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restorative dentistry is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The […]
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
Categories: Oral Health
When it comes to oral cancer mortality rates, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that originate in the mouth (or oral cavity) are labeled oral […]
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
Categories: General Dentistry
In today’s The Plano Dentist post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many general dentistry patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used […]
Keeping Dental Patients Comfortable
Categories: General Dentistry
To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. Bushey knows this, and that is why the comfortable and comprehensive dental team at The Plano Dentist have made patient comfort our first priority. In conjunction with creating a soothing environment, we have various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give […]
A Fresh Start After Losing A Tooth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Here are a few questions to consider after a tooth extraction: Is a dental bridge cost-effective? Do I want to damage two healthy teeth to anchor the bridge? Should I decide on a partial denture? What about bone loss? What if you could have a fresh start? What if you could have a permanent, natural […]
