1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Unpopped popcorn kernels and pitted fruits. 2. Chewing on hard items This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, counsel with your dentist. An appliance can shield your smile. 4. Eating too much sticky food Gummy candy,…
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Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring
Some Dallas and Plano dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of…
How Is Snoring Different From Sleep Apnea?
It’s estimated that 50% of people snore at some point during their life. Sleep apnea is a more serious, but also common sleep disorder. Snoring and sleep apnea are related. Many people who snore also have sleep apnea. However, they are two distinct disorders. Why Is Sleep Apnea So Dangerous? Snoring alone doesn’t cause breathing…
Urgent Care Expertise Serves Your Family
It’s good to know that The Plano Dentist is here for you. Whether it’s a dental emergency after hours or toothache on the weekend. No appointment needed. If you can, give us a call on your way over. (With a hands-free phone, of course.) Crisis or No Crisis But you don’t have to wait for…
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive?
For those of you in the Dallas area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, The Plano Dentist is here for you. Dr. Johanna Bushey has been treating this common issue since 2005. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral…
Help! My Crown Came Off!
You are chewing an apple and hear an odd sound, then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has popped free. This is an urgent situation, but don’t panic! Chances are, the crown can be re-cemented here at The Plano Dentist. What do you do when your dental crown comes off? It’s…
Can You Handle A Dental Emergency?
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.…
