Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?

Sometimes when people lose a back tooth they wonder whether they should bother replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a […]

Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous

In this post from The Lewisville Dentist, we’ll get right to it. While tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are popular and even commonplace, there are lots of reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears. Here are five really good ones: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can […]

Need An Implant? Let’s Do A Checkup And Talk About It.

When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At The Lewisville Dentist, we recommend having a check-up every six months. If you are considering a dental implant, we will assess your oral condition and take it from there. Dental implants are an ideal replacement for one or more missing teeth. An implant is […]

A Dentist’s Indispensable Tool: The X-ray

At The Lewisville Dentist, providing first rate dental care is much easier when we have comprehensive information about each patients’ dental health. Pictures are more accurate than written notes. They show what’s going on below the visible surface of your teeth are worth even more than a thousand words. Along with a thorough visual oral […]

4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist

We all go to the dentist for exams and cleanings, but there are other less-obvious issues that we can help you with. In this post from The Lewisville Dentist, we consider some of the most frequent oral conditions that should be discussed. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, […]

When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile

Life is busy for all of us. At times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done and many are postponed or dropped altogether. Sometimes your car has to wait another 500 miles for an oil change or you are a month late replacing your furnace filter. Too many things get put on the […]

More Ways To Fight Decay

Most parents make sure their kids brush their teeth. They do their best to limit candy and sugary drinks, and make sure their youngsters get plenty of calcium and Vitamin D. And yet, in spite of these efforts, The Lewisville Dentist treats tooth decay in young patients daily. Parents should be aware that there are four […]

The Value of Dental Health

At The Lewisville Dentist, the dental health of each of our patients is important. Too often dental health is not taken seriously enough, even by people who should know better. In this post, we are going to review some of the most important reasons for taking good care of your teeth and gums. First, let’s […]

How To Beat Plaque

Plaque is that sticky, filmy stuff that forms on teeth. It is the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. For the best dental health, the team at The Lewisville Dentist reminds all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth twice a day. Plaque forms when foods with sugars and starches are […]

Protect Your Enamel, Protect Your Teeth

Your enamel is uniquely suited to protect your teeth. By keeping your tooth enamel healthy, you go a long way toward protecting your smile. At The Lewisville Dentist, that’s what it’s all about. It’s best to form enamel-healthy habits early. We advise parents to teach their youngsters to protect their tooth enamel. For Healthy Tooth Enamel, Avoid […]