Since their introduction as an alternative to dentures as a method of tooth restoration, dental implants have become hugely popular, thanks to the number of benefits they hold over other forms of treatment. However, because of the process involved in fitting a patient with dental implants, an implant dentist may have reservations about applying the… Continue reading Receding Gums: Are dental implants still an option?
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Tooth Enamel: What Causes Eroding?
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 erosion is a dental condition that is identified by… Continue reading Tooth Enamel: What Causes Eroding?
What Causes Canker Sores
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 should be consulted if canker sores are persistent (lasting longer… Continue reading What Causes Canker Sores
Pregnancy and Your Dental Health
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 obviously become a priority, but pregnant women should also… Continue reading Pregnancy and Your Dental Health
The Unique Dental Needs of Children
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 make children’s plaque control more challenging. Mixed dentition, a term… Continue reading The Unique Dental Needs of Children
What is sedation dentistry?
Fear of the dentist is no longer an excuse to avoid dental treatment. Today’s dental professionals realize that dental phobia is a very real condition, creating a very real barrier between patients and the dental care that they need. For many patients, this fear stems from a heightened expectation of pain, an unpleasant previous dental… Continue reading What is sedation dentistry?
Causes of xerostomia (dry mouth)
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 that they interfere with the production of saliva. Many… Continue reading Causes of xerostomia (dry mouth)
Are You Prepared for a Dental Emergency?
Dental emergencies, such as the loss of a tooth or injuries to the face that chip or crack teeth, can be frightening and disconcerting. If you are prepared for such an emergency, you will be able to respond more quickly, providing a better chance for the injured person to experience a successful recovery. Our North… Continue reading Are You Prepared for a Dental Emergency?