Debunking Dental Myths
Today’s The Carrollton Dentist blog post focuses on three dental-related myths prevalent in the Dallas area. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those that are […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Floss picks vs regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. The Carrollton Dentist recommends traditional floss or dental tape. Here’s why: A floss pick holds just a small piece […]
Unexplained Headaches Or Jaw Pain?
Hello from The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton. Today’s post focuses on malocclusion, or bad bite. Malocclusion is the dental term for a problem in the way your top and bottom teeth come together. The ideal bite is when the upper teeth are slightly forward of the lower teeth. You have probably heard of “overbites” and […]
Is Dallas Flossing out of Fear?
Most Carrollton men and women know that flossing is an important part of oral health. The value of this simple yet essential exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. But does fear have to play a role in Dallas’s commitment to the practice?
Bad Breath Is No Fun
Imagine you are starting a new job in Carrollton and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange […]
The Dangers Of Oral Infections
“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most Carrollton residents at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on […]
Water Fluoridation In Texas Prevents Tooth Decay
If you have children and your Texas municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, you may want to consider giving your kids a fluoride supplement. The fluoride will strengthen the primary teeth that have already erupted and also the adult teeth that are forming.
Save Your Breath
Today’s post focuses on a problem experienced by many people – bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most frequent cause is poor oral hygiene. Often, halitosis occurs midday arising from the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food fragments on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. The wastes of […]
3 Ways To Keep Your Mouth Happy, The Colony!
Hi. I’m Dr. Melissa Rodriguez, an experienced dentist here in Carrollton. It is my goal to help my patients have optimum oral health, and today I would like to talk about something else associated with our mouths that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: it’s our sense of taste.
Healthy Teeth in Carrollton
Are you one of the fortunate Dallas people with healthy teeth? Would you like to keep them healthy for the rest of your life? Call today for a consultation about how you can.