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 […]
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to auto pilot morning and night and get it over with. But at the Carrollton Dentist, we wonder: are you doing it the right way? Actually, many people are making tooth brushing mistakes. You may need to tweak your routine to better benefit your oral […]
Why Look For The Seal?
Here’s a tip from The Carrollton Dentist: when you go to the store looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, or other oral care products, make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association (ADA). This is a simple way to make smart choices for the products you need to keep your mouth clean, healthy […]
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some go as long as five years between visits! At The Carrollton Dentist, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently. 1. Oral Cancer Detection That’s […]
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
During every cxam at The Carrollton Dentist, we check for any signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many people don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year. Consider this sobering […]
Extraction Is Not The End Game
Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At The Carrollton Dentist we can address that with a dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, the bone surrounding the extraction […]
3 Problems Which May Require A Root Canal
This post from The Carrollton Dentist is about root canal procedures. Root canals are often feared, but they allow you to keep a tooth that would otherwise have to be extracted. It is important that dental patients know what is happening during this anxiety-inducing, though routine, procedure. At the center of each tooth is tissue […]