In this post from The Plano Dentist we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, gum disease, […]
General Dentistry
How Long Should You Brush?
Categories: dental health, General Dentistry
At The Plano Dentist, we tell our patients to brush their teeth for a minimum of two minutes. Most people think they brush that long, but would be surprised if they actually set a timer. Many of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Essential Dental Health Brushing your teeth is an important […]
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!
This message from The Plano Dentist is for anyone who is frustrated because they haven’t been able to make lifestyle changes to benefit their dental health. We urge you to keep trying, and assure you that we’re eager to help! Keep Trying To Floss Many people are really good about brushing their teeth, but usually […]
Raise Your Dental IQ
Want to raise your Dental IQ and improve your oral health? One simple lesson from The Plano Dentist involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. It’s the balance of bacteria that’s important. This is where brushing and flossing come into play. Brush and […]
Plano Mouths And Stomatitis
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. Even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort. At The Plano Dentist, we can help. These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis is the inflammation of the membranes […]
Focusing On The Top 3 At The Plano Dentist
There are three dental health issues that affect as many as a third of all Americans. At The Plano Dentist, we want all of our patients to have healthy teeth and gums. If any of these common issues affect you, tell us. We can do something about it. The problems were identified by the Health […]
Do You Have The Most Common Dental Problem?
At The Plano Dentist, we restore decayed teeth to create smiles that are both healthy and beautiful. Recent advances in techniques and materials have made the impossible not only possible, but affordable for everyone in Plano as well. Tooth decay is the most common dental problem and the second most common disease in the nation […]
When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile
Life gets busy for all of us, and at times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done. Your car may have to wait another 500 miles for an oil change, or you are a month late replacing your furnace filter. Many important things get put on the back burner, but at The Plano […]
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
In this post from The Plano Dentist, we talk about flossing your teeth and its importance to your dental health. Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. But it’s an essential part of your dental […]
When It’s Better Not To Brush
Categories: dental health, General Dentistry
This message from The Plano Dentist has a message that may surprise you: sometimes, it’s better for your dental health not to brush your teeth. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body. Its job is to protect your teeth from constant use and the continual assault of chemicals […]
