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 […]
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. At The Lewisville Dentist, one option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a […]
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 […]
Why a Water Flosser Might be a Good Idea
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 […]
What To Do If Your Crown Comes Off
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, […]