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Have you noticed mild and worsening discomfort in your smile? If so, this could be linked to a growing cavity! While we’re closed for general treatments, your Houston, TX, dentist is still here for emergency care, and that involves preventing cavities from becoming infections. In today’s blog, we look at when you should see us for a dental filling.
Did you know that poor oral health doesn’t just make the onset of tooth decay more likely, but could also cause issues like gingivitis and even gum disease! Fortunately, there are steps you and your family take to help reduce the risks of gum inflammation and periodontal disease, including picking healthier foods and even flossing. Your Houston, TX, dentist explains in today’s blog!
We get it, in times of stress, bingeing on your favorite sugary treats can be nice. However, too much of a good thing could also mean a higher risk of tooth decay and even gum disease. Fortunately, your Houston, TX, dentist has a few ideas for picking out snacks and meals that don’t promote the onset of cavities and other oral health concerns!
What makes a smile becomes discolored with unsightly yellow and brown stains? Understanding the causes means you can make better choices for your smile’s beauty while you’re staying home. As your Houston, TX, dentist explains, the same care that helps protect you from tooth decay and gum disease, could keep your teeth brighter until we can see you again for professional cosmetic dental treatments.
Are you experiencing a higher level of stress at the moment? If so, you’re definitely not alone! With everything happening in the world, everyone seems to be on edge and as your Houston, TX, dentist knows, stress could often lead to teeth grinding. In today’s blog, we look at the warning signs of teeth grinding and what you can do to help!
We’re currently only offering emergency treatment to patients with serious oral health issues on a case-by-case basis. For example, a dental infection could lead to severe discomfort, and even the loss of the tooth in extreme cases. Fortunately, as part of our approach to emergency dental care, your Houston, TX, dentist can repair and restore your infected tooth.
Now that you’re spending a lot more time at home, and can’t see your Houston, TX, dentist for regular checkup and cleaning appointments, how do you keep your teeth and gums healthy and strong? In today’s blog, we’re going to look at how daily care, including proper brushing and flossing, is essential for lowering the risks of issues like cavities or gum disease.
Have you found yourself faced with a dental emergency? Right now, we’re closing our doors for routine preventive and cosmetic treatments, but we’re still offering emergency services for patients in the Houston, TX, area. When should you see our team for treatment, and what steps can you take to address serious oral health concerns?
When it comes to preventing oral health concerns, the principles of consistent care are fairly simple. The goal is to prevent things like excessive plaque and tartar buildup to avoid the concerns that stem from it, like tooth decay and gum disease. However, not all concerns with your teeth are preventable ones, and sometimes, even those that are still occur and require treatment. Today, we examine what it means to restore a smile, and how the right combination of customized treatment options can help you better preserve yours. (more…)
Taking good care of your teeth and gums on a consistent basis is rewarding by itself. The clean bill of health your dentist gives your smile at each checkup and the minimal need for care and attention your smile needs are invaluable benefits. However, the care you put into your smile may not always show as it should. For example, even healthy teeth can develop stains over time, which makes professional teeth-whitening one of the more common dental treatments (besides routine checkups and cleanings). Before recommending teeth-whitening to brighten your smile, we’ll ensure that it’s the right option for you by checking a few things first. (more…)