Today’s article is for new parents or couples planning for children sometime in the future. An Epidemic of Tooth Decay in Young Children The statistics on early childhood tooth decay are sobering. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 42% of U.S. children between 2 and 11 years old have in their…
Dental health
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
In today’s post, let’s examine some details about brushing. One key to activating the value of toothpaste is creating foam when properly brushing. Working up a good foam is attained by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90-degree angle. The foaming helps with dislodging food debris from nooks and crannies in…
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants
Dentures that rest on the gums have a long history in dentistry. But a revolution is taking place, and these traditional dentures are no longer the only option. At The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX, we offer implant-supported dentures. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into your jaw. Within a few months the…
Dental Sealants – Another Tool For Cavity Prevention
Regular brushing and flossing is essential for good dental health. But the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the bumpy back teeth. That’s where dental sealants from The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX can be invaluable. Dental sealants are a plastic material that is applied…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
This message from The Carrollton Dentist is a reminder that brushing your teeth twice a day may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between gum disease and heart problems. However, a recent study studied oral health habits and heart disease…
When It’s Better Not To Brush
Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body. It has the critical job of protecting teeth from constant use and the ongoing assault of chemicals in food and drink. Regular cleanings and checkups at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX help protect your tooth enamel. Enamel also safeguards tooth…
Why Is An Implant Better For Oral Health?
Dental implants are an ideal replacement for lost teeth, and at last count more than three million Americans have received one. At The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX, we are providers of these dental marvels. What Is A Dental Implant? A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. For…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated toothpaste.…
Don’t Let A Simple Problem Become Serious
In this blog post from The Carrollton Dentist we are going to discuss small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, gum disease,…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Our teeth are alive. Yours are, too. But it’s easy to forget that fact, and take teeth for granted. At The Carrollton Dentist, we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share fifteen of…
