Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you experienced a sudden shot of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the…
Teeth Whitening
A Whiter Smile is Possible With Tooth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a popular dental procedure in the Carrollton area. After all, who doesn’t want a whiter smile? If you are considering tooth whitening, here are some things to keep in mind. Tooth Whitening: Key Findings Whitening treatments can be effective on both extrinsic and intrinsic staining Only natural teeth can be whitened; in…
Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush
Too tired to touch a toothbrush. We’ve all been there. The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton and Dr. Melissa Rodriguez are committed to helping patients throughout the Fort Worth, The Colony, and Plano neighborhoods to maintain balanced hygiene and to correct imperfections that can lead to inhibited confidence and self-assurance. On our blog today we are…
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to whiten your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth prior to the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will transpire. To help slow down that process, The Carrollton…
Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
It’s no secret that many Carrollton residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, examine the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can avoid dental procedures like fillings…
Looking for a Long-Term Tooth Whitening Solution?
Are your teeth yellowish or gray? Have you tried a whitening product without success? Do you have tetracycline stains? You don’t have to live with a lackluster smile. Porcelain veneers can transform your teeth and create a breathtaking smile that will delight you for years to come. What are Porcelain Veneers? Veneers are thin shells…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do for your smile. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling sweet. For some of us, brushing can be a loathsome chore that gets in the way of…
The Carrollton Dentist Provides Quality, Compassionate Dental Care
Hello, and welcome to our dental blog. My name is Dr. Melissa Rodriguez and I want to tell you about The Carrollton Dentist. Meet Our Compassionate Team of Dental Professionals The first thing to know is that we work hard to keep our patients comfortable. Our team is compassionate and empathetic. For some individuals, the…
Don’t Bite The Dentist!
Bite down hard, but not on Dr. Rodriguez’s hand! Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the dilemma and there are ways to make it right. Bite pain can be due to a damaged tooth, missing teeth, or loose teeth. Any of those…
Modern Dentistry In Carrollton TX
Hi, my name is Melissa Rodriguez. My team and I at The Carrollton Dentist have been providing excellent dental care for our patients in Texas since 2003. One of the vital habits of good oral health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. I recommend you…
