Water flossers have been around for more than fifty years. There have been at least that many studies on their effectiveness. At The Lewisville Dentist, we present what is known about water flossers, and whether they’re better than ordinary string floss in preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and other issues. First of all, the main…
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What To Do If Your Crown Comes Off
Categories: Dental Crowns, Dental health
Dental crowns are restorations cemented over a tooth. They are held in place with a strong adhesive, but on occasion they can come off, especially after a number of years have gone by. Here are some tips from The Lewisville Dentist if this should happen to you. Here’s what to do: Find the crown if…
You May Have Gingivitis
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you take good care of your teeth and gums, they shouldn’t impact your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause troubles. We treat gum disease at The Lewisville Dentist. The first…
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,…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a serious condition, and all too common in the United States. It is a leading cause of tooth loss, but is treatable at The Lewisville Dentist. With regular brushing and flossing, gum disease can even be prevented. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush for two to…
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you are a denture wearer, you know that they are not an ideal solution for missing teeth. But now implant-supported detures from The Lewisville Dentist are a better option. The problems with traditional dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly,…
The Lewisville Dentist: A Reason To Smile
Categories: Beautiful smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
At The Lewisville Dentist, we continue to achieve fantastic results with our cosmetic dentistry smile makeovers. There are a lot of folks out there who are not pleased with the appearance of their smiles. Their teeth may have grown a little dull over the years, or there may be gaps between some of them. There…
A Facelift For Your Teeth?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
This article from The Lewisville Dentist focuses on an effective and versatile dental procedur, porcelain veneers. Veneers are individual covers for the front part of teeth. They are an excellent way to fix a range of tooth imperfections, such as chips, stains, yellowing, shape, or even minimal misalignment. Have you ever yearned a minimally-invasive facelift…
Why Is An Implant Better For Oral Health?
Categories: Dental Implants
What is a dental implant? A dental implant from The Lewisville Dentist is a permanent replacement for a lost tooth, and consists of three components: Post Abutment Crown Strictly speaking, a dental implant is the post (usually titanium) that is inserted into the jawbone at the site of a missing tooth. One of these posts…
What Is Lurking Under Your Gumline?
Your dental health depends on healthy teeth and gums. Proper oral hygiene helps keep both of them in good shape, as do regular cleanings and checkups with The Lewisville Dentist. When you brush your teeth, be sure to hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle with the bristle tips aimed at the line where the…
