Category: General Dentistry

When the joints that connect our smiles endure excessive strain, or when a bite is imbalanced, then you could develop complications like TMJ disorder or possibly bruxism (chronic teeth grinding). Without treatment, you risk major discomfort. But your Richardson, TX, dentist can offer oral appliance therapy for a noninvasive and comfortable treatment option.

When you have a toothache, this could possibly mean the presence of a city or possibly a dental infection. Lack of action to address the discomfort could leave your smile vulnerable to worsening pain and even lost teeth. To bring relief to aching teeth, your Dallas, TX, family dentist could offer lifelike dental restorations, such… Read more »

Hannukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and more are all being celebrated in the next two weeks., Which means plenty of holiday events and gatherings, many of which will contain lots of sugary foods and drinks. We want you to enjoy your time with your family, but also keep your smile in mind. In today’s blog, your Richardson,… Read more »

If you have dental benefits, you have the risk of losing them without putting them all to good use. This is especially true since the end of the year is only weeks away, and the holiday season is already beginning. Before your schedule becomes too hectic, why not schedule a visit with your Dallas, TX,… Read more »

Do you have dental insurance, or possibly a health savings account? If so, then you have benefits and money that could expire at midnight on December 31st unless you use them first! You pad for these, and we want to make sure you get the most of them. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, family… Read more »

The summer in Texas can be brutal, particularly as we approach August. To protect yourself, you need to wear sunscreen when outdoors, and stay hydrated too. But staying hydrated can also help safeguard your teeth from the onset of cavities. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, family dentist talks about how you and your family… Read more »

December is almost at an end, and New Year’s will be here before you know it. Have you started thinking about your resolutions for 2022? In addition to picking up new hobbies or hitting the gym, why not think about your smile? Now is a great time to start improving your oral health, and we… Read more »

We know this is only the first week of November, but between breaks for holidays and your soon-to-be busy schedule, finding time to the dentist could become scarce! Which is your Dallas, TX, dentist wants to make sure you and your family have a chance to use your remaining dental insurance benefits before they expire,… Read more »

Recently, cases of the Delta variant of COVID-19 have risen dramatically, and many Texas hospitals are at capacity. Which has many families in our community worried about going to doctor and dental visits. We don’t want to see your oral health decline, as it did for many people who avoided treatment during much of 2020…. Read more »

We’re excited to announce the newest member of the Viva Dental family, Dr. Alon Shalev! Dr. Shalev will be providing periodontal treatments, and also providing treatments, like wisdom tooth extraction and dental implant placement. Your Dallas and Richardson, TX, dentist is so proud to watch our office grow and expand, helping people in our communities… Read more »