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 […]
Save Your Breath
Today’s post focuses on a problem experienced by many people – bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most frequent cause is poor oral hygiene. Often, halitosis arises midday arising from the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food bits on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. The wastes of […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
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, […]
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 […]
What’s New At Your Plano Dental Office?
Hello friends of The Plano Dentist, today we’re talking about the modern dental office in Texas. Dentistry is a field of continual innovation. There are always new and improved ways to help Dallas residents have the healthiest and most beautiful smile possible. Many dental offices in the Allen, Plano, and Fort Worth areas have found […]
Should I Worry About My Snoring?
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have significant health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an an airway obstruction in the throat or nasal cavity. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping pills […]
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 […]
Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
Dentists have to make a lot of judgment calls. Implant dentists are no exception. A dental implant specialist must ascertain which patients are good candidates for implant surgery. Dental implants have a high success rate when executed correctly. Success depends on many variables. A key determination is whether the patient has enough healthy bone to […]
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Plano area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit significantly from these slip-free dental […]
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? This post from The Plano Dentist is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. First we understand how severe dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the condition – chemotherapy, recreational […]