At The Plano Dentist, we hope you never suffer a serious dental emergency. It’s important, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral issues. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. Cut off the loose piece. […]
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Those Baby Teeth Are A Big Deal
This post from The Plano Dentist focuses on caring for baby teeth. Sometimes parents ask: Why take care of something that’s just going to fall out and go to the tooth fairy? It’s a good question, with an even better answer. Parents shouldn’t feel like they are wasting their time caring for the teeth of their […]
5 Tips For Treating Mouth Sores
When one of our patients at The Plano Dentist gets a mouth sore, we counsel them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing. Remember, small changes can have big results in your dental health. […]
What Does Your Plano Dentist Need To Know?
For the best in dental health, you should visit The Plano Dentist twice a year for a cleaning and exam. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also essential that you discuss any issues you may have related to your dental health. Make sure to […]
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
The Plano Dentist knows that an oral examination is about more than just dental health: it can reveal problems in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, we often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they […]
Bridging The Gap
Do you have a missing tooth that detracts from your otherwise beautiful teeth? Let The Plano Dentist fill the gap for you and help you get your sensational smile back! A dental bridge could help you chew and speak properly, as the perfect solution for your missing tooth. A bridge uses teeth on either side of […]
For Accurate Dental Info, Just Ask!
Dental patients are better-informed than ever before, and it’s not surprising that much of their knowledge about dental health comes from online sources. Proactive self-education can be beneficial for you and your family. But a word of caution from The Plano Dentist: don’t rely too heavily on the Internet for your dental information. Like so […]
5 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today
Categories: dental health, Oral Health
At The Plano Dentist we want to see each of our patients twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. This is not arbitrary; it is in line with the American Dental Association recommendations. Here are five reasons to schedule your next appointment: 1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only severe dental caries that can […]
You Won’t Miss The Metal With Invisible Braces
Do you have crooked teeth? Do you wish you would have had braces as a kid, but feel it is too late now? Maybe you feel self-conscious about smiling with a mouth full of metal. There is good news for you: at The Plano Dentist, we offer clear braces. One of the advantage of clear […]
Kids Who Like Dental Visits?
At The Plano Dentist, we are proud of the fact that most of our young patients enjoy visiting our office for their checkups, cleanings, and treatments, and that we’re maintaining their dental health. The Oral Health-Physical Health Connection Good physical health for children is impossible without the dental health component. Though this seems obvious, cavities […]
