Just as there are so many different types of toothbrushes to choose from, each brush also has a different type of bristle! There are generally three different types of bristles; hard, medium, and soft. Our team at The Plano Dentist always recommend that our patients, especially children and seniors, use a soft bristled toothbrush. Using…
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Practicing good oral health habits
At The Plano Dentist, we know good dental health requires only a few minutes of your day. We thought we’d provide some practical advice on how to improve your or your child’s smile between your visits with Dr. John M. Potter. Start by brushing your teeth twice a day. Proper brushing techniques are an essential…
Zoom!® Whitening with The Plano Dentist
A whiter smile is one just one dentist visit away! ZOOM!® Smile Whitening brightens and whitens your teeth in just 45 minutes. Once you have gone through the Zoom!® treatment we will send you home with an at-home whitening bleaching kit with custom made trays. Using the take home trays will allow you to maintain…
How to ease dental fears in children, from The Plano Dentist
Dr. John Potter knows that many children have fear when it comes to visiting the dentist. Our team at The Plano Dentist found a great article on how to help kids overcome fears of the dentist, courtesy of our friends at WebMD. We want everyone to feel comfortable when they visit Dr. Potter, and our…
What oral issues should you be aware of during pregnancy?
Maintaining your oral health is an important part of keeping your entire body well, and never more so than when you’re expecting. If you’re pregnant or considering pregnancy, schedule an appointment with us, and remember to raise the issue of your oral health at prenatal appointments with Dr. John Potter. If pregnant, Dr. Potter wants…