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…
Emergency Dental Care
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…
Help! My Crown Came Off!
Categories: Emergency Dental Care, General Dentistry
In this blog post from The Carrollton Dentist, we take a look at a common dental emergency. You are eating something – maybe chewing an apple – when you hear an odd sound. Then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has come off. Chances are, the crown (which cost you hundreds…
Emergency Dental Care in Carrollton: Sinus Pain Or Abscessed Tooth?
Your maxillary sinuses are very close upstairs neighbors of your top teeth. In some areas, only a sliver of tissue separates the upper tooth roots from the bottom of the sinus cavity. It’s no wonder that when there is a pain in that general area, the distinct location can be hard to pinpoint. Allergies, infections,…
