If you’ve visited our blog before, you have read about the benefits of tooth implants. That’s because they are an amazing replacement for missing teeth and have been used successfully in the Plano area for over 30 years. At The Plano Dentist, close to 98% of our implant placements are successful. But like any medical…
Dental Implants
Transform Your Smile with Dental Implants at The Plano Dentist
Losing a tooth can significantly impact not only our ability to chew but also our confidence and self-esteem. Fortunately, dental technology has made remarkable strides in restorative dentistry, offering a revolutionary solution: dental implants. At The Plano Dentist, we understand the importance of a complete and radiant smile, and our team of experts is committed…
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s article is for men and women who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to perform the procedure. This is an essential decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a…
Oral Health For Plano Diabetics
According to the CDC, over 34 million Americans have diabetes. Perhaps you are one of them. Let’s talk about oral health for diabetics. Many Dallas individuals with diabetes have dental issues. However, gingivitis (gum disease), and tooth decay are not unavoidable for those affected by diabetes. Blood Sugar and Oral Health Blood sugar is a…
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…
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.…
A Facial or Filling?
At The Plano Dentist, we know that we can’t completely fool you. When you receive treatment at our comfortable cosmetic dental practice, you won’t actually believe you are at a plush Dallas spa relaxing with cucumbers over your eyes. Just because we can’t recreate an identical spa experience, that doesn’t stop us from trying. We…
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant
The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a tough foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to constantly create new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a…
7 Ways To Fix A Chipped Tooth
In a perfect world, each of your prized teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Texas men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by tooth decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or…
