What To Do If Your Crown Comes Off
If you’ve had a lot of cosmetic dental work, there’s a chance you’ll eventually have a problem with a dental crown. Crowns may come off while brushing, flossing, or even simply eating. If this happens to you, don’t stress! Here is what to do if your crown comes off. There are three steps: 1. First […]
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 […]
Affordable Dentistry
A perceived lack of affordable dentistry is one of the primary reasons many people in our community avoid going to the dentist. However, the truth is that economical dentistry is available in Plano at The Plano Dentist. We provide top-quality services at competitive prices. Whether you need family dentistry, dental implants, or restorative dentistry, we […]
The Reality of Low Self-esteem Due to Crooked Teeth
A smile to be proud of. What’s that worth to a child? Let’s consider the story of a fictional young boy, though the scenario is equally true for girls. Imagine what life is like for someone who is embarrassed by his smile. He consciously tries not to smile. He doesn’t speak up in school because […]
Innovative Implants For Confident Smiles
Many people have experienced a boost in self-confidence with dental implant treatment at The Plano Dentist in Plano. Nothing gives us more satisfaction than helping men and women dramatically improve their smile and overall self-assurance. We Offer The Latest Implant Options We offer the latest implants to correct dental problems and restore teeth. In addition […]
Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous
Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are “so in” right now, here’s five reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can get infected) Hypersensitivity to metal Nerve damage Drooling Lip and tongue piercings may make you […]
3 Critical Things You Didn’t Know About Kids’ Cavities
At The Plano Dentist, we believe it’s time to revise the thinking about childhood tooth decay. Unless you’ve been keeping up with the research, you may have an incomplete understanding of a serious issue. Here are three crucial things to know about children’s dental health. 1. Tooth Decay Is The Most Common Childhood Disease Over […]
Fun Floss Facts
You may think the most critical thing about flossing is to do it every day, and at The Plano Dentist we completely agree. But trying out a few different types of floss may help you do a better job. The reason that flossing is so important is that it removes plaque and food debris from […]
Dental Floss: Which Type is Best?
Along with brushing, flossing is the most important thing you can do for healthy teeth and gums. There’s a variety of floss types to choose from. Which one is best for you? It depends. At The Plano Dentist, we’re using this space to summarize what’s available, and what might influence your choice of dental floss. […]
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
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 […]
