Attack Of The Gummi Bear
Here at the Carrollton dental blog, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are passionate about our patients’ oral health. So, today we offer an important warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most people probably know that sugar is not your teeth’s friend. Eating candy creates the perfect […]
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post, we will concentrate on critical behaviors that impact oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two vital habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is necessary […]
Relax In Comfort And Style At The Carrollton Dentist In Carrollton
Thank you for visiting The Carrollton Dentist dental blog. Today, I’d like to discuss an important but often-overlooked feature in our practice: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local Carrollton furniture store? Dental chairs were developed especially for the comfort of patients and dental providers alike. Dentists […]
Want Whiter Teeth?
Teeth whitening has become very popular as an affordable, uncomplicated way to improve your smile with little effort and no pain. The Carrollton Dentist can help you understand your options for teeth whitening and the results you may expect from various teeth whitening options. Over-the-counter whitening systems can give varied improvements, with many users not satisfied with […]
Get Those Teeth In Shape!
Dental bonding is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures used and it’s not difficult to see why. There are many common dental problems that dentists can treat with bonding. Bonding uses a very sturdy resin material that is tooth-colored. The material is applied to the teeth while it is soft, much like putty, […]
Suspect A Bite Problem?
Hello! I’m Dr. Melissa Rodriguez, DMD, of The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton. Thanks for visiting our dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion – literally – “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in most […]
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career, […]
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, you should never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing daily oral hygiene will improve your health now and in the future. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to mention bad breath (something friends, family, and coworkers […]
5 Great Reasons to Improve Your Smile With Orthodontic Treatment
Hello! When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? If the answer is, “Not really,” then you may want to consider these 5 great reasons to achieve a beautiful smile with orthodontic treatment. 1. A little can go a long way. Even if your teeth don’t need a long course of […]
A Teenage Smile Without The Metal
Many adults would like to straighten their teeth, but having a noticeable mouthful of teenager-style metal braces is not exactly what they had in mind. With clear braces from The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX, you can have it both ways! Your busy lifestyle will not be hampered, because clear braces are convenient and uncomplicated. […]