The zinging sensation you feel from tooth sensitivity can be due to a myriad of causes. A visit with the dentist will determine why this is happening to you; and what can be done to bring you relief. One of the most common causes is...
Failing oral health can result in decay, gum disease, and even tooth loss. Daily oral care should include brushing at least twice with a fluoridated toothpaste; flossing every day to remove food debris your toothbrush missed; and visiting your family dentist every six months for...
Tooth loss can occur due to trauma, decay, or disease. Dental implants are a great option to restore your dentition as close to your biological teeth as possible. With missing teeth, the patient faces multiple uphill battles. Eating certain foods can be a problem when chewing...
The value of maintaining healthy teeth and gums is so much more than an attractive smile. Our teeth play a huge role in overall good health as well, so knowing which foods are best to support oral health is important. Information is everywhere, but for...
Dallas, TX – Holistic dentist, Dr. Philip R. Kozlow, earned accreditation from the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). The IAOMT is a science-based organization that promotes the advocacy of safe biological dentistry for dental professionals and patients. Dr. Kozlow is one of...
Bruxism occurs when the patient grinds their teeth or clenches their jaw on a regular basis. Grinding and clenching often begins during periods of sleep, so the action is done subconsciously. The patient might not even realize what is happening until their next visit with...
Dental x-rays provide the best diagnostic tool your dentist can provide to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums. But all dental x-rays are not created equal. For decades the patient had to endure cardboard encased film being placed in their mouth while the assistant left...
Patients who have old, dark amalgam fillings may be concerned about the effects those restorations have on the appearance of their smiles. Fortunately, it is possible to remove amalgam fillings and replace them with tooth-colored composite restorations. A holistic dentist offers a mercury-free alternative to amalgam...
You may recognize that skimping on your brushing and flossing and avoiding your dentist are likely to harm your teeth, but you may have some other more surreptitious habits that are detrimental to your oral health. Here are five potentially problematic patterns: Frequent lozenge use: Someone...
Sometimes, a cavity is too large to be addressed by a filling alone, or a tooth has been significantly damaged due to injury. In these cases, dental crowns can help patients save their teeth and restore their smiles. Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that are placed...