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When was the last time you or a member of your family went to the dentist? The American Dental Association recommends people receive a checkup and cleaning once every six months. Regular visits with your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, are essential for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. At Viva Dental Family Dentistry, we provide quality dental care for the entire family. In today’s blog, Dr. Truong explains a few of our family dental services.
For parents, nothing warms the heart more than their child’s smile. Keeping those smiles happy and bright requires regular dental care. Good dental health not only affects their appearance, but their self-esteem and overall health, as well. Unfortunately, due to financial restrictions, many children are unable to receive the dental care they need. This is why your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, recently participated in the nationwide “Give Kids A Smile” event. In today’s blog, Dr. Truong explains how this program allowed Viva Dental Family Dentistry to help the children in our community.
Hey, parents and kids. Knowing how to care for your teeth properly can help you enjoy a lifetime of good oral health. With that idea in mind, your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, has created a quiz about dentistry so that you can test your knowledge about a variety of dental topics. Team up with your child, and see if you can answer these questions. (more…)
When you have a toothache, it can be hard to believe that so much discomfort can come from such a small thing. However, it is an unfortunate reality. Because toothaches are fairly common, people sometimes don’t think twice about them. They simply take a painkiller and move on. However, the pain from a toothache may be communicating an important message. If you ignore this message, you may compromise your oral health. The causes of toothaches vary widely. However, they sometimes point to oral health problems that need treatment. Your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, discusses several causes of toothaches and what they can mean for your oral health. (more…)
In all the talk about tooth decay and cavities, it can be easy to overlook your gums. However, caring for your gums is a very important part of oral health. Gum disease, if left untreated, can lead to tooth loss. In addition, because gum disease is the result of bacteria, your overall health can suffer. Recent research has linked gum disease with heart disease, underscoring the importance of caring for your gums.
Gingivitis is often the first development in gum disease, and because gingivitis is inflammation, patients sometimes believe that treatment is unnecessary. But did you know that the bacteria responsible for gingivitis actually inhibit the immune system? Your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, explains how gingivitis fools the immune system. (more…)
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Proper dental care is essential for protecting your children’s health. For many families, financial burdens prevent their children from receiving necessary checkups and cleanings. This is why Dallas children’s dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, participates in the “Give Kids a Smile” event. In today’s blog, Dr. Truong discusses the free services offered at these events and how your child can participate.
No one enjoys receiving shots. Injections have always been a necessary aspect of dentistry as the most accurate and clinically safe way of administering local anesthesia. Now, a recent innovation in dental technology allows dentists to do away with the traditional shots for many procedures. Your Dallas family dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, explains how the DentalVibe system allows her to provide more comfortable anesthesia.
Toothaches can be miserable. Have you ever wondered why something as small as your tooth can cause so much pain? Why do toothaches hurt so much? Your Dallas family dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, explains the causes of toothaches and common ways of preventing them.
Most people can’t start their day without that first cup of coffee. According to research, Americans consume over 146 billion cups of coffee annually, but is drinking all that coffee good for you? Your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, explains why moderation is key in the coffee debate.
