What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are fixed dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Permanent dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this article, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy…
Dental Implants
Mini Implants May Be Right For You
I’m Natalie Goodman of The Lewisville Dentist in Lewisville. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the Lewisville area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Many of Dr. Natalie Goodman’s patients walk in for general dentistry, dental crowns, or cosmetic dentistry. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing correctly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. At…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work
Have you ever gotten a killer deal on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple years of constant repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new automobile would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a a dud. The same is…
The Tea And Teeth Question
What do you call a dentist who doesn’t like tea? Why, Denis, of course. Lame jokes aside, a common concern for patients is stained teeth. I’m Dr. Natalie Goodman of The Lewisville Dentist. Today, let’s talk a little bit about a common cause of tooth staining: dark beverages including tea. Over time, tea can stain…
Trust Dr. Goodman For Accurate Dental Info
Dental patients are more informed than ever before and it’s not surprising that much of their knowledge about oral health and dental treatment is gleaned from online sources. Proactive self-education can be beneficial for you and your family, especially if it helps with living a healthy lifestyle. We caution our friends and neighbors in the…
Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?
People that suffer from dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be problematic, but…
Want To Perk Up Your Smile?
To enhance your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with The Lewisville Dentist. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life dramatically. Many of our patients feel more self-confident in personal and professional settings with their new, whiter smiles. White…
Tooth Bleaching Fact And Fiction
You have probably seen ads for lightening products contain terms such as “white brite,” “22 carbamide peroxide” and “peroxide teeth.” How do you separate tooth bleaching fact from fiction? Some tooth whitening dentists will guarantee fantastic results for any patient that desires a whiter smile. The Lewisville Dentist, we only recommend tooth bleaching for patients…
6 Ways To Improve Your Smile
Who would say no to a more attractive smile? I am guessing no one, and now with all of the amazing cosmetic dentistry procedures available from Dallas area cosmetic dentists, most people can get the smile they want. Here is a quick look at some of the most popular treatments. 1. Teeth whitening is a…
