Healthy smiles don’t happen by accident. They are a result of preventative dentistry. Are you interested in preventative dentistry? Perhaps you have dental health and want to prevent decay. Many Carrollton people have a mouth full of fillings and don’t want to add another one to their collection. Perhaps you want to avoid gum disease…
Oral Health
Is Your Smile Holding You Back?
Have you ever taken an unforeseen trip to the supermarket looking completely unkempt in a rush to purchase an emergency item–say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your ill-fitting sweatpants and stained…
Fluoride Treatments: Not Just For Kids
You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. Fluoride is an important mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpaste more effective at fighting cavities. Fluoride helps teeth by making them stronger and more…
Bad Breath Q & A
I’m Melissa Rodriguez of The Carrollton Dentist. Today’s post offers some answers to persistent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is horrible, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can increase and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start…
Can Untreated Sleep Apnea Shorten My Life?
Sleep apnea doesn’t just minimize your quality of life. Untreated sleep apnea can actually shorten your life. In many ways. Chronic Diseases Untreated sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure and other types of heart disease. These issues, in turn, can result in a fatal stroke or heart attack. According to the Centers for Disease…
Dental Questions? We Have Answers.
Hello! My name is Dr. Amy Horton and my dental practice, The Carrollton Dentist, has been serving the Carrollton area since 2003. If you have questions about oral health, cosmetic dentistry, preventative dentistry, sealants, tooth implants, oral sedation, in-office teeth whitening, or invisible braces, come to The Carrollton Dentist for answers. My passionate staff has…
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
When you meet an individual in Dallas who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you subconsciously start making assumptions about their income, level of education, and overall physical health? It’s Unfair… Though it is extremely unfair, we are often evaluated…
Has Your Child Visited A Dentist?
Hello! Today’s The Carrollton Dentist blog is for new parents. We know that your child’s health and safety is your top priority. That’s why you baby-proof your home, serve healthy foods, and buckle them tightly in their car seat before you pull out of your driveway. We want to remind Carrollton parents that oral health…
Does Your Child Have Frequent Sore Throats?
In decades past, doctors performed more tonsillectomies on kids. If you were a child with frequent sore throats, “getting your tonsils out” was a rite of passage. A tonsillectomy was once a common procedure to treat infection and inflammation of the tonsils (tonsillitis). Today, a tonsillectomy is usually performed for sleep-disordered breathing but may still…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
This message from The Carrollton Dentist is a reminder that brushing your teeth twice a day may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between gum disease and heart problems. However, a recent study studied oral health habits and heart disease…
