Root Canals Aren’t Scary Anymore — Here’s Why
Are modern root canals actually painful, or is that just an outdated myth about dental treatment? “Root canal” might be the two most feared words in dentistry, but the procedure people picture is stuck in the past. The Plano Dentist provides modern root canal treatment to patients throughout Plano, Allen, and McKinney, and Dr. Julio […]
A Calmer Dental Visit Starts With Oral Sedation
Anxious about dental visits? Oral conscious sedation may help eligible patients in Plano, Allen, and McKinney feel calmer and more comfortable during treatment. What if the hardest part of your next dental appointment happened before you even sat in the chair? For many patients, the worry starts days ahead. The Plano Dentist offers oral conscious […]
How Laughing Gas Takes the Stress Out of Dental Exams
Can laughing gas make dental exams less stressful? Nitrous oxide sedation helps anxious patients stay calm, comfortable, and fully awake throughout routine dental visits—with no lingering side effects. For many people, a routine dental exam triggers more dread than a trip to the DMV. The sounds, the smells, the anticipation of discomfort—it all adds up. […]
Keeping You Comfortable
At The Plano Dentist, we make a conscious effort to help our patients feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are four ways we are passionate about your peace of […]
Osteoporosis And Oral Health
If you are a woman, you have probably heard about the high rate of osteoporosis in the country, and the state of Texas is no exception. Did you know that many studies have suggested a connection between osteoporosis and oral health? Osteoporosis can often progress without any outward symptoms. However, there may be clues in a person’s mouth […]
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Today’s article focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This, in turn, […]
Been A While Since You’ve Visited A Dentist?
We are The Plano Dentist, located at 3115 W Parker Rd Ste C538 in Plano. If you are looking for an experienced family dentist, we invite you to come in for a consultation. Nervous? You Are Not Alone The very idea of visiting a dentist holds a negative connotation for many men and women. If […]
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
At The Plano Dentist, we provide advanced cosmetic dentistry. That means we correct all types of smile imperfections. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many individuals don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it corrected. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can result in overlapping […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has a key job. It safeguards the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum […]
Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety
Talk to your dentist There’s something about having information on anything unknown that makes us feel less afraid or at least more confident handling the unknown. If you consider dentistry an unknown topic, maybe you can educate yourself by asking your dentist lots of questions. Find a dentist willing to listen to your fearful thoughts […]