Smile More, Live Better
If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. Perhaps you make a conscious effort to avoid smiling in social and professional settings. Do you think frequent smiling has a dramatic effect on your life? You bet it does. In addition to simply making us happier, smiling benefits our […]
Let’s Talk About Your Smile
I’m Johanna Bushey of The Plano Dentist. My office is located at 3115 W Parker Rd Ste C538 in Plano. One of the best things about being a dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long-term dental goals. I enjoy discussing options and developing […]
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s The Plano Dentist post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Plano teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At The Plano Dentist, we see tooth decay and gum disease far too often in […]
What Hidden Problems Can Dental X-rays Detect?
It’s not extremely enjoyable. You have to put on the heavy apron, hold a stiff piece of film in your mouth, and sit really, really still while your dentist’s assistant takes x-rays. Is it really required? Absolutely! No question about it. Your dentist can’t see everything that is going on with your teeth, bone, and […]
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those individuals 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, and has been treating this common problem since 2005. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can bring about […]
Schedule Your Coronation
We treat all of our patients royally here at The Plano Dentist, but some of them receive actual crowns. We’re not talking about crowns a king or queen wears, but crowns for your teeth! If you live near Dallas, The Plano Dentist is the best place to get your teeth looking better than ever. And […]
Starting Chemo? How Are Your Teeth?
If you are scheduled for cancer treatment due to a recent diagnosis or relapse, oral health is probably not your first priority. However, the team at The Plano Dentist advises you to give some attention to your teeth to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications. According to the National Institutes of Health, cancer treatment […]
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to whiten your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth prior to the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will take place. To help slow down that process, The […]
Are Dental Implants Too Expensive?
One of the persistent misconceptions about tooth implants is that they are too costly. Perhaps you have considered implants but think the price is too steep. Let’s talk about the cost of dental implants. Look At The Big Picture A tooth implant is not cheap, it is a costly treatment. But you need to look […]
3 Important Reasons To Choose The Plano Dentist
An Educated Pediatric Dentist Like other dental specialists (endodontists and prosthodontists, for example), Dr. Bushey has advanced dental training. After four years of rigorous dental school, pediatric dentists undergo an additional two years of pediatric dental training. That’s one of the reasons we are the most qualified to provide dental care for your child. Pediatric […]
