An Implant After Extraction

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Having to remove a tooth can be a traumatic experience. But sometimes it’s necessary due to severe decay, trauma, or overcrowding. We understand that living with a missing tooth can impact both oral health and self-confidence. Fortunately, dental implants offer a reliable and natural-looking solution for tooth replacement. In this blog, your trusted dentists in Houston, TX, explore when a tooth extraction is needed, how dental implants can be placed to restore your smile, and the factors that determine if you are a suitable candidate for excellent tooth replacement option.

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The Value of a Health History

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It’s important to recognize that our overall health plays a significant role in our susceptibility to periodontal disease. Your health history, including that of your parents, is a tool you can use to identify potential periodontal risk factors and act early before damage is done. For example, if you know you are prone to inflammation, there are preventive measures you can take to ensure your oral health remains stable. In this blog, our dental office in Houston, TX, explores a few (but not all) conditions that make one more susceptible to gum infections.

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Implant, Bridge, Or Partial? Learn More About Tooth Replacement

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Smiling Man Gray Houston TXIf you have recently lost one or more of your natural teeth, take some time to talk with a trusted oral health professional about your prosthodontic options. This specialization of dentistry focuses on the replacement of natural teeth with functional and life-like prosthetics, and you have the opportunity to keep your smile quality up, even after you lose a part of your smile. There are a few different helpful methods of prosthodontic repair, so what makes each of these processes different?

With our team of dentists in Houston, TX, you can renew your smile after losing one or more of your natural teeth through positive prosthodontics, including dental bridges and partial dentures. In addition to these appliance-based forms of care, we can also help you to restore your bite function and profile appearance with the placement of a new dental implant restoration. This method uses sophisticated science to place a titanium post within the bone tissue of your jaw, giving you a sturdy foundation for your prosthetic. Learn more about the difference of each approach and set aside some time to come talk about your tooth replacement possibilities! (more…)

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A Back-To-School Checkup Can Be A Positive Step

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Child Houston TXIf you are the parent of a young child, then you know how difficult time management can be. This time of year, take advantage of the end of your little one’s summer vacation and have them come into the office for a cleaning and examination with their dentist. By tying their regular oral health maintenance to an important time in their life, you can help them to understand the value of periodic visits for a checkup.

With our team of preventive and children’s dentistry experts in Houston, TX, you can help your little one to walk into class on the first day feeling fresher by keeping the emphasis on their oral health. This approach can also help you to remember the importance of these appointments, giving you a reminder every time this period rolls around. Just like you do, your child requires a checkup every six months at the very least, so if it has been a while, help them to find their way back to a positive dental path. Set aside some time for a semiannual checkup before they go back for the fall semester! (more…)

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Take Care Of Your Smile With A Cleaning And Examination

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Gray Houston TXHas it been a while since your last visit to the dentist? Your semiannual checkups include a cleaning and an examination, and these steps are vital at giving you a dental future that shines bright. When you skip these appointments, you could be risking your lasting dental health, so be sure to see your dentist at least twice each year. It is important to remember to speak to your provider directly about your specific timeline, as some people may benefit from an accelerated schedule of care.

With our team of helpful dentists in Houston, TX, you can maintain your smile and keep the focus on your oral health with a routine dental checkup. Schedule an appointment for a cleaning and examination and discover the advantages of regular visits to the dental office, including having a fresher smile. Your cleaning helps you to free yourself of your problem plaque and tartar buildup, so take advantage of this opportunity to keep your smile safe! (more…)

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Helping You Reach A Brighter Smile With Professional Teeth Whitening

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Closeup Man Buttoned Up Shirt MMC Houston TXThe quality of your smile matters, and if you are struggling with the coloration of your teeth, it can impact many aspects of your daily life. You depend on your smile for each new interaction with others, so take the time to learn about your options to remove your stubborn stains. When your teeth become yellowed or dim, talk to a dentist about ways to improve your appearance. You and your provider can work together to keep an eye on the strength of your enamel, as overbleaching can cause dentin sensitivity.

With our team of cosmetic and restorative dentists in Houston, TX, you have access to cosmetic improvement to your smile through professional teeth whitening. Our office can provide you with two distinct forms of treatment for your condition, so speak with us about your timeline to see which approach suits your needs. For some, a simple at-home process can be helpful, allowing you to improve your smile from the comfort of your own home. We also offer treatment with one easy office visit, giving you the opportunity to see a change in a hurry. Talk to our team about all of your options in achieving a brighter smile!

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Lasting Restoration After You Break A Tooth With A Dental Crown

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Gray Background MMC Houston TXDid you know that your enamel is the hardest material in your body, even more so than bone? But unfortunately, even with this amazing strength, you can still experience a cracked or broken tooth due to a variety of reasons. If you have injured one of your natural teeth, be sure to talk to your dentist about restoration quickly, as an infection can take hold within and require a root canal treatment.

With our team of helpful dental experts in Houston, TX, you can renew your smile after you have broken or cracked one or more of your natural teeth, through a durable dental crown. Talk to your provider about whether this form of repair is right for your smile, and while you are in the office, remember to ask about all of the options available to you in materials for your new crown. In addition to traditional metal crowns, we have choices that blend in with your natural teeth! (more…)

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A Prosthetic For Missing Teeth

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If you have recently lost one of your teeth, you understand the difficulty of adjusting to the new gap in your smile. While the esthetic issues are obvious, missing teeth can quickly impact activities you previously found simple. Your voice can change as you lose the ability to fully articulate certain sounds. Because your bite relies upon each tooth to function correctly, the loss unevenly distributes the force of your bite. This can lead to wear of your enamel, which contributes to tooth decay and gum disease. To prevent these complications, we could create a prosthetic tooth to restore your smile.

At your Houston, TX dental practice, we can help you deal with the loss of one or multiple teeth. Whether from decay, gum disease, or physical trauma, our treatments can help you regain the full function of your smile. We could place a dental implant that secures in your jawbone or a dental bridge that connects between neighboring teeth. By exploring your options for prosthodontic restoration, you can regain your bite and return your beautiful smile.

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