We believe a good smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At The Lewisville Dentist, we not only restore teeth to their original condition; we make many smiles better than they ever were before! Some patients have only a few problems they wish to fix. Perhaps one or two teeth are misshapen and…
Gum Disease
47% of Adults Have Gum Disease: Are You One of Them?
A recent CDC report provides the following data related to prevalence of periodontitis in the U.S.: 47.2% of men and women aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease increases with age, 70.1% of people 65 years and older have periodontal disease. This condition is more prevalent in men than…
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings
If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the advice to have dental check-ups and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels individuals to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule? Let’s explore…
Unexplained Headaches Or Jaw Pain?
Hello! I’m Jessfor Baugh, DDS, of The Lewisville Dentist in Lewisville. I have been practicing quality general and cosmetic dentistry since 2003. Today’s post focuses on malocclusion, or bad bite. Malocclusion is the dental term for a problem in the way your top and bottom teeth come together. The ideal bite is when the upper…
We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable
To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. Baugh knows this, and that is why the dental team at The Lewisville Dentist has made patient comfort our first priority. In conjunction with creating a soothing environment, we have various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give you…
A Beautiful Smile is Timeless
Every stage of life has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time and grandchildren. However, most Lewisville retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility or dental dilemmas. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and attractive throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you can…
Why Improve Your Smile?
Causes and consequences of poor dental health and how you can brush up on your own Most of us struggle with at least one area of our dental care. It could be that flossing is the one dreaded task, or maybe you haven’t been wearing the night guard recommended often enough. All of us should…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Dallas!
These days Dallas residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at The…
7 Ways To Fix A Chipped Tooth
In a perfect world, each of your cherished teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Texas men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or injury.…
The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections
The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re reviewing this…
