Raise Your Dental IQ In The Colony
There are many simple things that the average Farmers Branch area resident can do to raise their Dental IQ and improve their oral health. One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. Dental problems occur for Dallas patients when the balance […]
Dallas Dentists And Your Mouth Sores
As your Dallas dentist, I can’t do much to stop canker sores or cold sores in your mouth. I can discuss the health of your mouth, and examine any causes that make your mouth sore.
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive In Carrollton?
For those of you in the Dallas area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, The Carrollton Dentist is here for you. Doctor Melissa Rodriguez has been treating this common problem since 2003. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral […]
The Carrollton Dentist Guide To Dry Mouth
Many folks in our Carrollton community experience dry mouth occasionally. Some develop dry mouth in social situations or when they are under a lot of stress. Sporadic or infrequent dry mouth is usually not a problem. Constant dry mouth, or xerostomia, is not only irritating, it can lead to severe health problems. Carrollton people should […]
Teeth: What Have They Done For You Lately?
Welcome to the Dallas dental blog! Today we are going to look at the secret life of our teeth. The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. They need to be because they are there to cut food and their curvature helps move […]
Tooth Brushing Basics For Healthy Smiles In Carrollton
Why should everyone in Carrollton brush at least twice a day? Let’s take a look at why proper teeth cleaning is so important. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the build up of plaque. If we […]
The The Carrollton Dentist Guide To Dental X-Rays
Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? Today’s Carrollton dental blog takes a look at dental x-rays. Panoramic If you have ever stood in a huge camera apparatus and struggled to stay motionless while an automated camera made one slow pass around your head, then you have had a panoramic x-ray taken of your mouth. […]
“Have Your Dessert, Carrollton”
Your Dallas dentist knows that it’s too much to ask that you never indulge in sugary treats, but they will tell you that eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, when you eat a full meal, your saliva production increases. This helps to rinse food particles from your […]
Fighing Bad Breath and Removing Tooth Stains
Did you remember that brushing and flossing fights bad breath and removes stains? If you have persistent stains that brushing can’t remove, get your teeth bleached at The Carrollton Dentist for a dazzling stain free smile. The American Dental Association recommends two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most folks think they brush that […]
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 […]