Don’t Skip Your Six-Month Dental Cleaning and Check-Up
At The Plano Dentist, we believe that routine dental care is essential to a healthy smile—and skipping your six-month check-ups can have serious consequences for both your oral and overall health. While it may seem harmless to put off a cleaning or two, missing these appointments can lead to more than just plaque buildup. Here’s […]
Upgrade Your Smile: Replace Metal Fillings with Tooth-Colored Fillings
If you’ve ever considered enhancing your smile and improving your dental health, replacing your old metal fillings with tooth-colored fillings might be the perfect solution. Many patients are making this switch for aesthetic, health, and functional reasons. At the Plano Dentist, we’re dedicated to providing top-notch care and the latest in dental technology to help […]
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Are you an avid flosser? At the Plano Dentist, we know many of us occasionally skip this needed habit. Studies show that around 68% of men and women report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the dedicated flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental […]
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and expensive to repair. Today’s post in the Plano Dentist dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Watch out […]
Can I Get a Metal-Free Tooth Implant?
Many Plano dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they select composite and porcelain restorations. The Plano Dentist can use non-metal fillings and crowns to match precisely to your natural tooth color. Some individuals are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy […]
The Five Stages of a Cavity
You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can prohibit cavities in pre-teens, there’s a better chance that their teeth can stay healthy […]
When it Comes to Your Smile, Don’t Settle For Less
Don’t Settle for a Smile You Aren’t Happy With No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. Isabella Mejia DMD at The Plano Dentist in Plano has the solutions for your smile problems. Fixing Small Chips and Cracks Can Work Wonders You don’t have to […]
Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are killed with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues recede. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at The Plano Dentist strongly emphasizes preventative dentistry. […]
Dental Breakthroughs On The Horizon
At The Plano Dentist, we use the latest proven dental technology to provide our patients with quality pediatric dentistry. In addition, we keep tabs on the most current dental research that is moving the industry forward. As your child grows, they will see many exciting advancements in dentistry. Here are some of the exciting dental technologies […]
Think You May Have A Cavity?
Teeth take a lot of tender, loving care. And even when we do our best, bacteria can sneak in and cause decay – the common cold of oral health. At The Plano Dentist, we have been filling cavities for years and would be happy to take care of any cavities or other dental problems you […]