Save Your Tooth and Relieve Pain with Root Canal Treatment
A toothache can be one of the most frustrating and painful dental issues to experience. In the past, a tooth with an infected nerve or severe decay often meant extraction was the only option. Fortunately, advancements in dentistry, including root canal treatment, now allow patients to save their natural teeth while eliminating pain and infection. […]
Understanding the Type of Infection That Can Lead to a Root Canal
At the Lewisville Dentist, we often see patients who are experiencing severe tooth pain and wonder if they may need a root canal. While this procedure is commonly associated with relief from discomfort, the underlying cause of the pain is typically an infection in the tooth’s pulp—the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and […]
Emergency Dentistry: What You Need to Know
Today at the Lewisville Dentist, we’d like to address a topic that is crucial for all dental patients to understand: emergency dentistry. Dental emergencies can be stressful and painful, but knowing what to do and where to go can make a significant difference in the outcome. What is Emergency Dentistry? Emergency dentistry involves immediate care […]
Understanding Root Canals: A Guide for Dental Patients
At the Lewisville Dentist, we understand that some procedures can be more intimidating than others. Today, we’re diving into a topic that often raises questions and concerns among our patients: root canals. Whether you’ve been told you need one or you’re just curious, we’re here to clear up any confusion and provide you with the […]
Are Your Teeth red?
…probably not. But tooth color is probably something you have been concerned about. One of our primary concerns at The Lewisville Dentist is ensuring that our patients maintain healthy teeth and gums. But beyond just the health aspect, I also strive to help our patients achieve beautiful smiles that they can be proud of. One important […]
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 […]
Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin disappear without a trace, infections are eradicated with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues abate. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at The Lewisville Dentist strongly emphasizes preventative dentistry. […]
Why Aren’t You Smiling?
Hello, I’m Dr. Jessfor Baugh. My dental practice is called The Lewisville Dentist. We are located at 297 E Round Grove Rd Suite 127 in Lewisville, and you can reach us by calling 469-708-4713. I look at smiles everywhere I go. Whether I am working with a dental patient, having dinner at my favorite restaurant, […]
The Five Stages of a Cavity in Lewisville TX
You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can prohibit cavities in youngsters, there’s a better chance that their teeth can stay healthy […]
Saving Teeth
When the nerve inside a tooth is infected by bacteria, we try to save it with root canal therapy. This procedure scares a lot of people. But at The Lewisville Dentist, we want you to know that root canals are not nearly as bad as their reputation. In fact, they don’t cause pain, they relieve […]