Summer is quickly coming to a close. In just a couple weeks, children across the country will be returning to school. If you’re a parent, or a student yourself, then you understand how busy your schedule is about to become. For that reason, we always suggest scheduling a final summer checkup before the new semester starts.
Can A Dental Cleaning Prevent Gum Disease?
How often has your dentist reminded you to come in for routine dental cleanings? In addition to freshening breath and brightening your smile, this preventive procedure can also help you avoid gum disease. How does a dental cleaning work? What factors can lead to gum disease in the first place?
Check Out Our General Dental Procedures
We have a number of procedures available to help your smile, including cosmetic and restorative dentistry. However, we often use general dental procedures to help patients maintain healthy smiles. We can help patients of all ages, from children to adults!
How Do You Improve Oral Health From Home?
Every six months, you need to see your dentist for a checkup and cleaning. However, keeping a healthy smile also means taking care of your teeth and gums at home. How do you improve your oral health from home? What steps can you take to keep your smile bright and healthy.
What Causes Teeth Stains?
How do you feel when you see your smile? If you have brown or yellow stains on your teeth, you may feel embarrassed or go to great lengths to keep your smile hidden. Often, we find patients aren’t aware that their daily habits can increase the risk of discoloration. What causes teeth stains? How can a dentist can remove them?
FAQs: Should You Use A Tongue Scraper?
Each day, you take time to thoroughly brush your teeth twice a day. As you know, doing so can help reduce your risk of tooth decay and gingivitis. But what about your tongue? Often, people ignore the tongue when they care for their smiles. However, by using a tongue scraper, you can help improve your oral health (and your breath).
Water Does More Than Keep You Hydrated!
In 2016 Americans hit a milestone: For the first time in decades, we drank more water than soda! This is great news because water offers a number of benefits, in addition to keeping us properly hydrated (a must in these Texas summers!). By drinking more water, you can protect your smile from tooth decay.
Should You See A Dentist For A Toothache?
Have you ever taken a drink of something sweet and noticed a dull ache? Have you experienced a pain in your tooth that never seems to subside or go away? If you have a persistent toothache, then you should see a dentist. Your discomfort could be a sign that you need treatment!
What Are The Warning Signs Of Gingivitis?
Did you know that according to the Centers for Disease Control, half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from periodontal disease? Gum disease often begins as inflammation, also known as gingivitis. What are the warning signs of gingivitis? Can treating the issue in this stage help protect you from the onset of gum disease?
Try Our Quiz On Clear Orthodontics
We recommend orthodontics to address misalignment and help you enjoy a straighter smile. In addition to the esthetics of your smile, orthodontics can help improve overall oral health as well. Instead of metal braces, we’re proud to offer our patients clear orthodontics using the Invisalign system.
