Visiting The Plano Dentist for a checkup and cleaning every six months can seem inconvenient at times, but it’s one of the best things you can do for your dental health. A recent study showed that people who have their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to […]
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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 […]
5 Compelling Reasons To Consider Dental Sealants For Your Child
If you have a young child, you should seriously consider dental sealants from The Plano Dentist. Do you know why they are important for kids’ dental health? 1. Children without sealants have almost three times more tooth decay than children with sealants. (Centers For Disease Control) 2. Sealants may be covered by your dental insurance plan. […]
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to neglect smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this post from The Plano Dentist, our goal is for you to analyze where you stand and look at whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and improve your […]
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?
Categories: dental health, Dental Implants
Some people who lose a back tooth wonder whether replacing it is worth it. After all, the gap doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the cost of replace? Actually, there are several critical reasons to replace a back tooth with a dental implant […]
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
Categories: dental health, Family Dentistry
You may not think about it, but stress can really do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be exacerbated by stress. At The Plano Dentist, we can help. People who have difficulty managing stress need to realize that it can increase the risk […]
Are Toothpicks Good For Cleaning Teeth?
At The Plano Dentist, we always remind our patients how important it is to clean their teeth on a regular basis. Not just the front surfaces, but between the teeth, too. This is essential for good dental health. What’s the best way to go about getting those narrow spaces between teeth? That’s an easy one: […]
How Often Do You Change Your Toothbrush?
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At The Plano Dentist we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand out free ones […]
3 Cavity Fighters For Plano Kids
Most parents know children’s dental health basics: brush regularly, reduce sugar intake, limit snacking, and get adequate amounts of calcium and Vitamin D. The Plano Dentist recommends three additional tools for preventing cavities in toddlers and children. Sealants Fluoride supplements Oral rinses Resin dental sealants are applied by the dentist, and act as an extra […]
Is Mouthwash A Must?
Categories: dental health, General Dentistry
When you walk down the grocery store dental aisle you see many different types of mouthwash. Most claim to be good for your dental health, with germ-killing abilities or fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but The Plano Dentist asks: will they help meet […]
