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In our last blog we talked about the various causes and effects of dental anxiety. People are afraid of the dentist for a number of reasons, but when they let their fear keep them from the dentist, then they are setting themselves up for even more serious dental problems, as well as general health problems….

One of the most common fears and anxieties in the world is dental fear. While it is certainly understandable why you might be afraid of a trip to the dentist, please understand that these fears are almost always based on outdated notions about the tools and practices of modern dentistry. Here at the office of…

Welcome back to part two in this blog series about the threat and the treatment of advanced gum disease. In its early stages, gum disease is fairly easy to treat, but it is hard to recognize because there is little to no pain or discomfort associated with early stage gum disease. As a result, many…

What are your big concerns when it comes dental care? Is cavities and tooth decay? Stained teeth? Bad breath? Missing teeth? Where does the health of your gums appear on the list? If you are like a lot of people, it may not be on there at all. Even though few people consider gum disease…

We all know that donuts, candy, and other sugary snacks are bad for our teeth. But are we paying attention to the sugar we consume via the beverages we drink every day? Coffee, soft drinks, sports drinks, juice, lemonade… these drinks all are PACKED with sugar and acid. We often consume soda after soda without…

If you have dentures, you probably know about dental implants, but do you know the specifics? Are you afraid that you won’t be happy with the outcome, or are you afraid of the procedure itself? Let us walk you through the top things you need to know about getting dental implants. 1. Dental implants become…

When you are in the market for a new dentist, things can get overwhelming very quickly! This is especially true if you are seeking a new dentist for your entire family. There is a lot at stake, and we want to make sure that you are completely comfortable with the office you select! That’s why…

You might not have heard yet, but April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. This is a very big deal for us here in Carrollton, TX because we have some of the highest rates of oral cancer in the entire country! Over 43,000 people are going to be diagnosed with oral cancer in the year 2015,…

Often a child’s first memory of the dentist is having their first cavity filled. It is happening to children earlier and earlier with no signs of slowing down! In fact, research shows that a vast majority (80%) or high school graduates are leaving high school with fillings already placed in their adult teeth. We are…

There are, of course, many factors that affect your overall oral health. Some things are out of your control completely, like your genetic makeup! Other things, like your oral hygiene routine, are well within your limits of control. Another very important part of a healthy smile is maintaining routine care appointments. It’s easy to dismiss…