While brushing and flossing play crucial roles in oral hygiene for our Plano Texas neighbors, did you know that your diet also influences the health of your teeth? Consuming the right foods can provide vital nutrients and promote optimal dental health. Let’s explore the variety of tooth-friendly foods that can enhance your oral hygiene routine…
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Mini Implants May Be Right For You
I’m Isabella Mejia of The Plano Dentist in Plano. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the Plano area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration…
Implants or Traditional Dentures? Ask Yourself These Questions When Choosing
If you want to restore your smile due to extensive tooth loss, you have a critical decision. Will you choose standard dentures? Will you choose tooth implants? There is really no contest when you consider the advantages of implants. Let’s compare conventional removable dentures and dental implants. Feel Dentures sit right on the gums. An…
Preventing Tooth Decay
In Texas and around the country, tooth decay is one of the most pervasive childhood dilemmas, yet tooth decay also affects adults. The Plano Dentist serves people from 18 to 80 years old to help fight tooth decay. Blame it on Bacteria Bacteria are the cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and…
https://www.theplanodentist.com/general-dentistry/What’s the Story on Temporomandibular Disorders?
Do you have unexplained pain or clicking sounds in your jaw? They can be the result of a serious jaw condition. Some problems with the jaw and the muscles that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). But it’s also also called TMJ, because that’s the acronym for the name of the joint. Technically,…
Why Sports Drinks Put Teeth At Risk
Many health-conscious men and women exercise regularly, and some use sports drinks for hydration. While it’s true that they help keep electrolyte levels in the body (and pose fewer health risks than energy drinks), their acidity can erode tooth enamel. And when tooth enamel is weakened, those pearly whites are more staining, discoloration, and decay.…
Teeth Protection for Exercise and Sports
There are more ways to exercise than ever before. In Plano, we have personal trainers, all-purpose gyms, HIIT, barre, yoga, Zumba, spin classes, specialty facilities, and recreational sports. Sports and Exercise Can Be Risky for Your Teeth At The Plano Dentist, we want our patients to be aware that many activities pose a risk to…
How to Prevent Tooth Decay In Plano
Tooth decay, also known as “dental caries,” is a common dental problem that affects people of all ages in Plano. It occurs when bacteria in the mouth break down the sugars in food and produce acid, which erodes the enamel on teeth. Over time, this erosion can lead to cavities, which can cause pain, sensitivity,…
Can I have my Texas cake and eat it too (and still have healthy teeth?)
Eating sweets and maintaining healthy teeth can be a tricky balance. While it’s always tempting to indulge in sugary treats in our Dallas area, too much sugar can lead to tooth decay and other oral health problems. With a few simple strategies, you can enjoy your favorite Texas treats and still maintain healthy teeth. The…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Many of Dr. Isabella Mejia’s patients walk in for cosmetic dentistry, dental crowns, or cosmetic dentistry. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing properly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. At…
