Chewing gum has been a favorite pastime for many, but when it comes to oral health, the question arises: Is it good or bad for your teeth? At The Plano Dentist, we have a mission to serve the residents of Plano, Texas, and the Dallas area with a professional level of care and comfort. We…
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Can I Get a Metal-Free Tooth Implant?
Many Plano dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they select composite and porcelain restorations. The Plano Dentist can use non-metal fillings and crowns to match precisely to your natural tooth color. Some individuals are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy…
Out of Toothpaste? Here Are 5 Alternative Solutions to Maintain Your Oral Health
At the Plano Dentist, we believe toothpaste plays a vital role in maintaining oral hygiene. There is no doubt that modern toothpaste provides important medical benefits and will help you keep your teeth healthy and strong. But what happens when you run out of toothpaste unexpectedly? Fret not! There are several alternative solutions readily available…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At The Plano Dentist we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you forego biannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to see your dentist…
8 Things You Should Know About Your Baby’s Teeth
Life is hectic for new moms and dads and some function on very little sleep for several months. At The Plano Dentist, we don’t want the first year to fly by in a blur without busy parents giving a thought to their baby’s teeth. Unfortunately “out of sight, out of mind” is often the case.…
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)
Not happy with your smile? Have you been asking yourself about transforming your smile? Do you have an extracted tooth that visually bothers you or your spouse or partner? Could your smile be holding you back in business or social pursuits? Are you sick and tired of loose dentures slipping around in your mouth? Whatever…
Learn More About Tooth Restoration
Your face is always on display for others to see. You can’t hide it behind long sleeves, baggy jeans, or a hat. Many lucky Plano residents who have received smile makeovers at The Plano Dentist believe their dazzling new smile brightens their whole faces. Some Dallas professionals have corrected tooth problems prior to beginning a…
Cosmetic Dental Masterpieces
With porcelain veneers, you can upgrade your smile without significant restorative dental work. Dental Veneers Transform Your Teeth Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that are attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain has been used in dentistry for many years because no other restorative material is such a fantastic match for natural tooth…
Ten Great Reasons to Love Your Plano Dentist At The Plano Dentist
Going to the dentist in Plano is often considered to be a dreaded task for many people in Texas. However, a good dentist can make all the difference in how you view your dental visits. We came up with ten great reasons to love your dentist and visit often. Here they are: ONE: Personalized Care A…
47% of Adults Have Gum Disease: Are You One of Them?
A recent CDC report provides the following data related to prevalence of periodontitis in the U.S.: 47.2% of men and women aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease increases with age, 70.1% of men and women 65 years and older have periodontal disease. This condition is more widespread in…