What to Do If You’ve Broken a Tooth: A Quick Guide
Accidents happen, and a broken tooth can be stressful. Knowing the right steps to take can help you preserve your dental health and recover smoothly. Here’s what to do if you find yourself with a broken tooth. For expert advice and care, reach out to the Carrollton Dentist. Immediate Steps First, try to stay calm, […]
Keeping Patients Calm Since 2003
Are you or a family member nervous about going to the dentist? Has a past experience with pain or discomfort caused you to start panicking when you think about having your teeth worked on? Have you neglected going to the dentist and feared the amount of work that might need to be carried out? If […]
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
What is the recovery time for a permanent dental implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some factors that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction necessary? Will I need to have a bone graft […]
Toothache Relief at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton
A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually taps the layer underneath. This is called the dentin. This layer is softer than enamel […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Beef jerky and pitted fruits. 2. Chewing on hard things This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, talk about it with your dentist. An appliance can safeguard your smile. 4. Eating too much sticky food Gummy […]
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any scenario in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too urgent to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for […]
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to know that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At […]
What To Do If Your Crown Comes Off
If you’ve had a lot of cosmetic dental work, there’s a chance you’ll eventually have a problem with a dental crown. Crowns may come off while brushing, flossing, or even simply eating. If this happens to you, don’t stress! Here is what to do if your crown comes off. There are three steps: 1. First […]
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or weakened bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are immensely efficient at eroding enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is quite durable. But so are ice and hard candy, and […]
A Root Canal Doesn’t Just Save a Tooth
Do you have an aching tooth? Does it hurt to bite down? Does it throb and keep you up at night? Don’t give up on it just yet When a patient comes into The Carrollton Dentist with long-time toothache, they are often desperate. “Just pull it!” They don’t want to withstand the pain any longer. They […]