You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. Fluoride is a key 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…
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Think Twice Before Using Mail-Order Aligners
We get it. It sounds simple. It sounds cost-effective. It sounds convenient. You order a kit online. It is delivered to your door. You take an impression of your teeth in the comfort of your home. Or you stop by the clinic and have the impression taken. The company sends you clear aligners to adjust…
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
The Lewisville Dentist, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in an intriguing field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” Mary L. Marazita,…
Less Is More At The Lewisville Dentist In Lewisville
There are valuable new developments in Texas dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dr. Natalie Goodman and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and cutting-edge…
Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
Dentists have to make a lot of judgment calls. Implant dentists are no exception. A dental implant specialist must identify which patients are good candidates for implant surgery. Dental implants have a high success rate when executed correctly. Success depends on many variables. A key determination is whether the patient has enough healthy bone to…
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are vital for prime dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a couple of days after your dental cleaning, don’t worry about it. But, if the bleeding and…
6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of The Lewisville Dentist are given 6 critical directives to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you attain the ideal outcome. This essential knowledge about your dental experience opens up a conversation with…
CEREC Same-Day Restorations For Dental Emergencies
CEREC “Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics” crowns are fast and convenient. They make “same-day” dentistry possible. If your dental practice offers CEREC, your dentist can fabricate strong, natural-looking crowns in one visit. Because of this, CEREC has many benefits for cosmetic dental patients. CEREC For Dental Emergencies CEREC technology also plays an essential role in…
How Are Dental Implants Priced?
Looking into how much dental implants cost and getting a relatively simple answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that. It can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant and finding nothing solid on the web. Let’s take a moment to justify why most dental practice websites don’t…
Have Your Dessert!
Few people can abstain from sweets altogether. Eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, when you eat a full meal, your saliva production increases. Saliva rinses food fragments off of teeth and helps neutralize acids. This is great news for dessert lovers because it means that sweets consumed…
