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Determining the Right Whitening Approach is Key to Brightening a Dull Smile
Created: Oct 15, 2018
Bright, naturally white teeth are a key component in a beautiful smile. But the opposite is also true: nothing diminishes an otherwise attractive smile more than stained or discolored Read more -
Local Anesthesia is a Key Part of Pain-Free Dental Work
Created: Oct 05, 2018
We can easily take for granted the comfort we now experience when we undergo dental work. For much of human history that hasn't been the case.Local anesthesia has been a Read more -
Cone Beam Imaging Adds New Benefits to X-Ray Diagnostics
Created: Sep 25, 2018
Your dental care wouldn’t be the same without the use of x-rays. Finding and treating tooth decay and other diseases early is a key part of maintaining good dental health, Read more -
Answers to Expectant Mothers' Frequent Questions
Created: Sep 15, 2018
Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life — but it can also generate a lot of questions about both the mother’s and the baby’s health. The realm of Read more -
Home Whitening Kits are Safe and Effective, if Used the Right Way
Created: Sep 05, 2018
You’re satisfied with your smile appearance except for one thing — your teeth aren’t as white and bright as you wish they could be. So, you’ve decided to do something Read more -
Treatment Options to Keep Stress From Causing Dental Problems
Created: Aug 24, 2018
Chronic stress can cause any number of physical problems like back pain, insomnia or stomach ulcers. In the mouth, it can also be the cause of teeth grinding or clenching Read more -
Dental Implants: a Durable, Life-Like Solution for your Tooth Loss
Created: Jul 25, 2018
What's so special about dental implants — and why should you consider one to replace a missing tooth?Although they've only been widely available for thirty years, dental implants have climbed Read more -
FAQs About Crowns and Bridges
Created: Jul 18, 2018
Learn about crowns and bridges from your Laredo, TX dentist. A Gallup poll found that up to a third of Americans didn’t visit the dentist’s office in the course of a Read more -
3 Tips for Minimizing Enamel Erosion from Sports Drinks
Created: Jul 15, 2018
Sports drinks have been widely touted as an ideal way to replenish carbohydrates, electrolytes and, of course, fluids after a strenuous event or workout. But the mixtures of many popular Read more -
Consider These Tips to Reduce Your Dental Visit Anxiety
Created: Jul 09, 2018
Although we’ve made great strides over the last century making dental visits more pleasant and comfortable, many people still feel a little apprehension about them at one time or another. Read more -
Is Traditional Flossing too Difficult? Consider Water Flossing
Created: Jul 06, 2018
A critical part of effective, daily oral hygiene, flossing removes bacterial plaque from between teeth that can’t be accessed with brushing. Unfortunately, it’s often neglected — string flossing requires a Read more -
Teens with Missing Teeth may need a Temporary Fix Until They're Older
Created: Jun 25, 2018
Dental implants are widely considered by both dentists and patients as the premier choice for replacing missing teeth. Unfortunately, implants aren’t the appropriate choice for teenagers with missing teeth.That’s because Read more -
4 Advantages to Using Composite Resins for Restoring Teeth
Created: Jun 15, 2018
Restoring chipped, stained or decayed teeth with dental porcelain is a tried and true method that’s been used for decades. In recent years, though, restorations made with composite resin have Read more -
Limit Acidic Beverages to Protect Your Child's Tooth Enamel from Erosion
Created: Jun 05, 2018
Tooth enamel erosion is a serious issue for many children that can result in permanent impairment of oral health. The problem isn’t just bacterial acid that causes tooth decay — Read more -
Word Quiz on Oral Hygiene
Created: May 16, 2018
Yes, you brush your teeth every day. But how much do you really know about this important habit? Test your knowledge with our quiz on dental vocabulary.Choose the correct meaning Read more