Our Farmers Branch Dental Team Takes Care Of You
At The Carrollton Dentist, each dental professional on our team allows our practice to operate smoothly and provide the highest caliber of dental care. Today’s family dentistry article will focus on the duties of a dental assistant. You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is […]
Local Dentistry
The Carrollton Dentist specializes in local dentistry to provide that special personalized touch to our Carrollton and Farmers Branch area dental patients. The Carrollton Dentist provides local dentistry services including family dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. Our most popular local dentistry procedure is gum disease treatment, however we also perform cosmetic dentistry services like teeth whitening, […]
Orthodontic Options In Farmers Branch
Welcome to my cosmetic dental blog. I’m Dr. Melissa Rodriguez of The Carrollton Dentist, a full-service cosmetic dental practice. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry in the Farmers Branch area since 2003. During this time, I have developed many rewarding relationships with my patients and staff members. Many dental patients have chosen cosmetic […]
The Carrollton Dentist Treats Cankers Sores, Lesions, and Fever Blisters
At The Carrollton Dentist, one of the most common complaints we hear from family dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical intervention. Though not contagious, the […]
Mouthwash Facts In Carrollton
Hi, I am Dr. Melissa Rodriguez and this is the The Carrollton Dentist blog. In today’s post I would like to discuss mouthwash. Many Carrollton residents use mouthwashes to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good oral hygiene starts with a thorough tooth brushing followed by flossing. […]
The Carrollton Dentist In Carrollton Is Accepting New Patients
Hello, I am Dr. Melissa Rodriguez. Whether you are a local Carrollton dentistry patient, or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to my dental blog. My dental practice is called The Carrollton Dentist and is located at 2440 N Josey Ln, Ste 101 in Carrollton Texas. I have been practicing dentistry since 2003. Since opening my cosmetic […]
Oral Rinses: An Extra Measure Of Tooth Protection For Carrollton Kids
Hello, I’m Dr. Melissa Rodriguez of The Carrollton Dentist. Carrollton area parents usually know the basics on children’s dental health: limit sugar, make sure they brush and floss regularly, take them to the dentist for twice-yearly exams and cleanings, discourage between-meal snacking, see that they get enough calcium and Vitamin D, etc. Many parents also […]
Preventing Tooth Decay in Carrollton
In Carrollton, tooth decay is one of the most common childhood problems, yet tooth decay also affect adults. The Carrollton Dentist serves people from 18 to 80 years old to help fight tooth decay. Bacteria are a common cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and combine with plaque and acids to break […]
Do You Have Sore Gums?
Every Farmers Branch family dentistry patient’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are diligent about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems. Gingivitis is the term […]
Looking For A Dentist In Carrollton
Looking for a dentist in Farmers Branch is sometimes a simple matter of word of mouth. The most common way for people to find a dentist in a new area is to ask a friend or neighbor. ‘Who is your dentist?’ is a common question. The answer is usually followed up with an explanation about […]