Do Children Really Need Fillings?

We often have parents ask us some version of this question. Do kids really need to have their cavities treated? After all, won’t the baby teeth eventually just fall out anyway? This line of thought is common, but dangerous, and could lead to serious oral health complications for your child. In today’s blog, your Houston, TX, dentist explains why kids always need to have their cavities treated with fillings!

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Improving Your Bite Function With TMD/Bruxism Treatment

 

TMJ disorder and bruxism are two very different, but related, jaw joint disorders. Unless treated, they can lead to severe discomfort and major complications for your oral health. In order to treat these concerns, your Houston, TX, dentist may suggest an oral appliance, which could improve smile health and bite function without relying on surgery or other extensive treatments!

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Replacing Your Missing Teeth Using Prosthodontic Dentistry

Our team understands the serious problems that even minor tooth loss can cause for our Houston, TX, patients. With knowledge and experience in the world of prosthodontic dentistry, we’re ready to offer lifelike and durable tooth replacement, all under one roof. In today’s blog, we’re looking at the options we provide to replace missing teeth and improve smile health.

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Keep Your Smiles Cavity-Free Over The Holidays

Are you busy preparing for the big day next week? Millions of us will be traveling or welcoming family and friends into our homes for a big feast. While we love Thanksgiving as much as anyone, we also know that many of our holiday favorites contain ingredients that could lead to cavities. Fortunately, your Houston, TX, dentist has few tips to safeguard your teeth and gums.

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What Benefits Will Dental Implants Offer?

You’re probably familiar with some forms of tooth replacement, like dental bridges or dentures. However, for a longer-lasting and more secure solution to missing teeth, your Houston, TX, dentist may recommend using dental implants. In today’s blog, we’re going to talk about why we need to replace our lost teeth, and why dental implants are excellent choice for doing so.

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When Does A Tooth Need To Be Extracted?

Restorative dentistry often means repairing a tooth, with a filling or maybe even a crown. But what if the best way to preserve your smile’s health and beauty is to remove a tooth completely? In today’s blog, your Houston, TX, dentist will look at when a tooth needs to be extracted, and how we can ensure you remain calm and relaxed, comfortable even, throughout this oral surgical procedure.

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