Toothache Relief at The Lewisville Dentist in Lewisville
A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually reaches the layer underneath. This is called Dentin. This layer is softer than enamel and […]
The Correlation Between Gum Disease and Alheizmer’s Disease
GingipAIN Inhibitor for Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease (GAIN) Trial is based on a body of scientific evidence that P. gingivalis, bacteria which is most associated with degenerative gum disease, can also affect the brain and possibly lead to Alzheimer’s disease. This clinical trial determines whether the experimental oral drug Atuzaginstat is 1. safe and 2. […]
4 Smile Boosters
Hi, my name is Dr. Muhammad Murad. My dental practice, The Lewisville Dentist, has been serving the Lewisville, Texas area since 2003. Today in my Dallas dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth whitening occurs when teeth whitening agents […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has an essential job. It safeguards the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum […]
Dental Health – If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
This is an important question occasionally asked by patients at The Lewisville Dentist. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is extremely challenging to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental brush. If you […]