Plaque naturally builds up on your teeth throughout the day as you enjoy all of your favorite foods and drinks. This clear, sticky substance is full of acid and bacteria that can lead to enamel erosion and cavities over time. There is nothing you can do to stop plaque from forming in your mouth. Fortunately, however, there are things you can do to stop it from accumulating and causing serious damage to your smile. Here are a few tips from your dentist in Carrollton that will help you maintain a healthy mouth that is free of the bad consequences of plaque.
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4 Tips from Your Dentist in Carrollton to Prevent Plaque Buildup
July 10, 2018
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5 Tips to Get Used to Your New Dentures in Carrollton
June 13, 2018
New advancements in dentistry now allow dentists across the country to preserve natural teeth for longer than ever before. Unfortunately, even with these developments, the American College of Prosthodontists estimates that 36 million Americans suffer from complete tooth loss. To regain a complete smile, 15% turn to dentures because they are affordable and convenient. If you have made the choice to replace your missing teeth with dentures in Carrollton, there are some simple tips you can follow to help you adjust to your new smile.
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Can Invisalign Aligners & Retainers Stain?
June 12, 2018
They can. In fact, many patients struggle with the yellowing of their retainers that can occur due to plaque buildup and staining from certain foods. Luckily, there are some small changes you can make to avoid staining your Invisalign trays and retainers. In this post, we’ll walk through some of the things you can do on a daily basis to avoid staining your Invisalign trays, so your aligners stay crystal clear, and all we’ll see is your beautiful smile.
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Emergency Dentist Covers the Different Types of Tooth Pain
May 10, 2018
If there is one general rule in dentistry, it’s that healthy teeth don’t hurt. (And if there are two, it’s that flossing is key!) Back to the first — are you experiencing a toothache? If so, you should schedule an appointment with your emergency dentist in Carrollton right away. Doing so will help to keep that minor/moderate ache from becoming a more significant issue.
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3 Ways to Fix Gapped Front Teeth (Including Invisalign!)
April 14, 2018
Having a beautiful smile is all about the appearance of the teeth in the front of the mouth. It’s not uncommon to have a gap between the top two — but we know it’s still something you would probably like to fix. Fortunately, your options in cosmetic dentistry are better than ever before. In this week’s blog, we present three methods for fixing that gap: direct bonding, dental veneers, and Invisalign in Carrollton.
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