While our teeth are a natural gift that we nurture throughout our lives, their health can be influenced by a number of factors. What we eat and drink, our dental hygiene program, and the amount of times we visit the dentist for a dental check-up...
Although the enamel is the hardest tissue in your body, it is subjected to constant and extreme forces on a daily basis. As the outermost covering on the surface of your teeth, your enamel is regularly exposed to various temperature changes, chemicals, pressure, and trauma. Enamel...
“Morning breath” is a natural phenomenon that most people will encounter throughout their lives, but one which can be treated by a dentist and in many cases at home with a good dental health regime. Morning breath is caused by the slowdown of the production of...
Parents will generally do everything they can to ensure the safety and comfort of their child. For some parents, this will mean proper nutrition for their newborn from day one. For others, there is a belief that offering a child whatever they cry for is...
Canker sores can be excruciating and seem to last for weeks. Recognizing trigger points that might result in canker sores is a good first step in prevention; unfortunately the origin of canker sores cannot be attributed to a single food, act or event. Your dentist...
Nobody wants to go to sleep hungry. This is true for babies, children, and adults alike. But providing your child with a bottle containing milk, formula, or juice just before or in their bed can lead to unforeseen problems that many parents do not consider....
Pregnant women often have a more serious focus on their own health to ensure a healthy baby, too. They’ll increase their intake of vitamins and improve their diets to provide a good nutritional base for the baby’s development in the uterus. Regular appointments with an obstetrician...
Jaw pain, ear ache, a clicking noise in your jaw when chewing, grinding and clenching both during sleep and while awake – all of these issues may often be attributed to TMJ Disorder. But research has shown that many of these symptoms do not necessarily...
Recognizing the importance of children’s dental health, our North Dallas dentist is committed to educating both children and adults on the road to a healthy dental lifestyle. Although brushing and flossing may be considered basic aspects of dental homecare, there are many factors that can...
There are many reasons one might develop xerostomia (dry mouth). But for all the reasons, there are also many solutions that are offered by your North Dallas Dentist to combat this uncomfortable condition. Many medications have dry mouth as a side effect due to the fact...