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Dallas Dentist Hosting “Give Kids a Smile” Event
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.
Dallas Dentist Now Offers Comfortable Anesthesia
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.
Dallas Dentist: Why Are Toothaches So Painful?
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.
Dallas Dentist: Is Coffee Good or Bad for Your Teeth?
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.
Dallas Dentist on What Causes Toothaches
Few things cause as much misery as a toothache. As tempting as taking two aspirin and hoping the ache goes away might be, that would be a mistake. Toothaches frequently indicate that there is something seriously wrong with your oral health, and they rarely dissipate until you’ve been to the dentist. Your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, discusses some of the more common causes of dental pain and what you should do if you develop a toothache.
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Richardson Dentist on Link Between Oral and Overall Health
For whatever reason, many people don’t make their oral hygiene a top priority. They may understand that they’re putting their teeth and gums at great risk of infection and decay, but they figure they’re doing enough to ensure the problem doesn’t get too bad, and besides, they can get dentures if they lose their teeth. What they may not realize is that oral health can make a significant impact on their overall health. Your Richardson dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, discusses how not maintaining your oral health could harm your entire body.
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Dallas Dentist Discusses Brushing With Baking Soda
A common staple of most kitchens, baking soda is, as the name implies, frequently used in baking. However, the white powdery substance has many other useful properties. One such use is as an occasional substitute for toothpaste. Your Dallas dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, discusses the advantages of brushing with baking soda.
Whitening Teeth
Baking soda acts as a natural—and cost-effective—way to remove stains from teeth. When combined with water, the substance can penetrate enamel. Once inside, due to its abrasiveness, it can start to scrape off stains from food and drink. Using hydrogen peroxide instead of water makes it whiten even more effectively. Many find that, over time, brushing with baking soda is just as effective—and far cheaper—than commercial teeth whitening kits available in stores.
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Richardson Dentist: Stress Shows in Your Mouth
During the holiday season, many people might suffer from an increase in stress and anxiety. This time of year presents numerous occasions for unwanted aggravation. Mall parking spots seem like treasured objects and avoiding a long line in every store seems impossible. Your Richardson dentist, Dr. Diep Truong, discusses how stress can show in your mouth.
Stress Shows
Many people experience an uptick in stress and anxiety this time of year. However, numerous people remain unaware of their condition. Sometimes, the effects of stress can take a toll on your oral health. Typically, when people suffer from stress, their immune system suffers a performance reduction. When the immune system cannot combat harmful bacterial, viral, and fungal infections, oral health and overall health can diminish.
Protect Teeth from Red Wine Stains with Tips from Your Dallas Dentist
So you enjoy a nice glass or two of red wine at social events (or every day, depending on how much you enjoy your wine). Research has shown that some compounds related to red wine can actually benefit your oral health, but those compounds do not protect your teeth from red wine stains. With these tips from Dr. Truong, your Dallas area dentist, you can continue to enjoy your glass without the added worry of staining your teeth.
Drink Responsibly. Your Teeth Will Thank You
- If you spill red wine on your white dress, tablecloth, or carpet, then a little white wine or seltzer can usually help lift the stain. The same principle applies to your teeth; swirl the white wine or seltzer (don’t gargle, it’s disturbing to those around you) between glasses of red wine to help diminish the red’s staining power. Try this technique with caution; chasing wine with wine can lead to increased inebriation. (more…)
