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…
Emergency Dental Care
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…
Same-Day Tooth Pain Relief
When you have a toothache, that’s all you can think about. It makes it challenging to handle your everyday tasks. If the tooth starts hurting after business hours or on the weekend, you may resign yourself to waiting until a traditional dental practice opens. When others are closed, The Carrollton Dentist is here for you.…
Your Mouth Pain Might Be Pulpitis. Call Us ASAP!
Some individuals hate going to the dentist. They only seek treatment when the pain is unbearable. Because we are an urgent care practice in Carrollton, many of our patients fall into this category. We take extra care with those who have dental anxiety. Pulpitis a condition that can lead to so much pain, even the…
Which Tooth Whitener Works Best?
What is the best professional tooth whitening system to use in Carrollton? There are two types of dentist-supervised tooth whitening systems available in Dallas. In order to determine the best choice for your teeth, schedule, and budget; you need to understand the differences in the systems. Both systems use a bleaching agent containing peroxide. Carrollton…
Why Aren’t You Smiling?
Hello, I’m Dr. Amy Horton. My dental practice is called The Carrollton Dentist. We are located at 2440 N Josey Ln Ste 101 in Carrollton, and you can reach us by calling 469-708-2049. I look at smiles everywhere I go. Whether I am working with a dental patient, having dinner at my favorite restaurant, or…
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…
