Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dental service that The Lewisville Dentist provides in-office or through a take-home kit. Results vary, but most patients see significant lightening that lasts up to a year. Our teeth whitening patients affirm that a whiter smile increases self-confidence and can take years of wear and discoloration away to reveal…
Checkups and cleanings
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…
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
What is the recovery time for a permanent tooth implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some considerations that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction required? Will I need to have a bone graft…
Is Grandpa Smiling?
How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of the 65+ population? The Good News: The rate of decay in the elderly has decreased in the past thirty years.1 The Bad News: 25% of persons age 65+ have no remaining teeth2 Nearly 20% have untreated tooth decay3 10% of adults 65 and…
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
Hi kids, adults, and golden-agers in Lewisville. No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are a critical practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! (If you don’t have any teeth, communicate with us about dentures and dental implants.) At The Lewisville Dentist, we have an excellent office…
Keep Your Teeth Safe
There are more ways to exercise than ever before. In Lewisville, we have personal trainers, all-purpose gyms, specialty facilities, and recreational sports. At The Lewisville Dentist, we want to remind our patients that many activities pose a risk to teeth. Mouthguards are not just for rugby and football players. Actually, mouthguards can and should be…
Bridging The Gap
Hello Lewisville smiles! Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise nice teeth? Let The Lewisville Dentist fill the gap for you and help you get your dazzling smile back! A dental bridge could be the perfect solution for your missing tooth and help you chew and speak properly. A bridge…
Your Dentist Does A Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Most individuals know that they can go to their dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your dentist can help you with. Dry mouth, technically called xerostomia, is caused by a lack of saliva and can…
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us produce the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral…
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
Now, denture wearers have an amazing new tooth replacement option. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over conventional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate Comfortable Little or no gum irritation Doesn’t impair speaking power Strong and durable…
