Dallas Dentist: Gum Bacteria Manipulate the Immune System

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bacteriaIn 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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Valentine’s Special!

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valentines_specialLooking for a last minute Valentine’s gift for your loved one?  Purchase a 1hr In-Office Professional Teeth Whitening and receive another one for FREE!  Call our Richardson office at 973-437-6000 or Dallas office 214-337-7800 TODAY to book an appointment and receive the special.

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Dallas Dentist Hosting “Give Kids a Smile” Event

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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.

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Dallas Dentist Now Offers Comfortable Anesthesia

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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.

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Dallas Dentist on What Causes Toothaches

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Woman With a ToothacheFew 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

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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

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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

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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.

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