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. […]
General Dentistry
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 […]
Bad Breath Is No Fun
Imagine you are starting a new job and are talking with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you worry about […]
Root Canal vs Dental Implant
When a tooth’s nerve and pulp becomes infected, The Plano Dentist must decide on the best course of treatment. It usually comes down to try saving the tooth with a root canal, or to extract it. There are several factors that go in to making the decision. These include whether there is an infection in […]
Stay Out Of The Dental Danger Zone
You would never consider running a red light on a busy street, or crossing over a lane of orange construction cones on the freeway. But the team at The Plano Dentist cautions that you might be doing some everyday things that are risky for your dental health. We could like to share with you some common […]
All Tooth Stains Are Not Created Equal
The Plano Dentist can restore the dazzle to your smile with professional teeth whitening, one of the many cosmetic dentistry services we provide. The effectiveness of teeth whitening depends in part on the types of stains on your teeth. Extrinsic tooth stains are the least complicated to remove. These surface stains have not yet penetrated […]
