September 4, 2018
Whether it’s time to go to school or time for bed, getting your kids to get ready can be a struggle. Parents know this routine all too well, you ask your child to brush their teeth and they just won’t. The main problem is that kids don’t see brushing as a fun activity. A little motivation for your children to brush can go a long way. Read on to learn some tips and tricks on how to get your son or daughter excited about brushing their teeth from a family dentist in Fort Worth.
August 2, 2018
Has your dentist in Fort Worth recently recommended an invasive procedure, like a root canal or tooth extraction? Maybe a treatment you need was quoted to cost more than you had anticipated? No matter the reason, you are now wondering if you need a second opinion? If you have certain oral health problems that will require major dental work, you can consult another dentist to put your worries to rest.
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July 31, 2018
Do you feel jittery and anxious at the thought of a dentist cleaning your teeth? Even if you know how important regular dental checkups are to your oral health, dental anxiety can keep you from walking through the dentist’s office doors. Indeed, between 30 million and 40 million Americans avoid trips to the dentist each year because of dental anxiety. Staying away from the dentist can have serious negative consequences for your teeth, including an increased risk of developing tooth decay or gum disease. So, before you skip your next dental appointment, read this blog post to learn how a sedation dentist in Fort Worth can make your visit stress-free.
July 30, 2018
As your child’s primary teeth have started growing in, you’ve noticed that there are some alignment issues that need to be corrected. You’re not sure, though, when is the right time to have him or her fitted with braces or who’s the right orthodontist to provide care. Thankfully, there’s a way to eliminate any guessing and find a competent professional you can trust your child’s care to. As you read on, learn how family dentistry in Fort Worth gets the ball rolling.
June 13, 2018
Easily the most common requests we hear from patients who visit our Fort Worth dental office for a cosmetic dentistry consultation is, “I want to brighten my smile!” Walk down your local pharmacy’s oral hygiene aisle, and you’ll find a wide array of teeth whitening pastes, gels, strips, and rinses. These products promise brilliant white smiles, but in most cases, they aren’t able to deliver. One reason store bought whiteners aren’t effective is that they do not address the underlying cause of your tooth staining. When patients visit our team for professional teeth whitening, we first look for the underlying cause of dental discoloration. Then, we create a targeted teeth whitening plan to address the patient’s specific concerns. In this post, we’ll discuss causes of tooth staining, prevention methods, and our teeth whitening services.
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May 5, 2018
According to your dentist in Fort Worth, all patients are told the importance of brushing and flossing after having a meal. Flossing in particular works to remove food from the hard-to-reach areas of your teeth but did you know that it also protects you from tooth decay and gum disease? Without flossing, you aren’t going to be as thorough as you should be when it comes to maintaining oral health.
Today we’ll be going over the benefits of flossing, besides getting that lingering piece of food out of your teeth.
April 15, 2018
You’ve decided to make your oral care more of a priority, which is why you’re looking for ways to make improvements in all areas of it. As part of your quest, you want to be sure that the items you use are as effective as they can be. Thus, you wonder, “Is there an expiration date on dental care products?” Thankfully, your dentist in Fort Worth has the answers you’re looking for!
March 23, 2018
If you’ve been experiencing dental pain, you know that it’s no walk in the park! Dental pain can cause many disruptions to your daily life. Plus, it’s a sign that your dentist in Fort Worth needs to address a problem in your mouth.
If your dentist has identified your cause of dental pain and recommended getting a root canal, you should know a few things first. Explore root canals here in this week’s blog post.
February 6, 2018
As a parent, one of your primary concerns is the wellness of your little ones, which includes their oral health. You wonder, “Are they brushing their teeth correctly?” Or you may ponder, “Are they eating junk food when I’m not around?” Being that she is a parent too, your dentist in Fort Worth understands all too well the stress that this can cause, which is why she will weigh in with information on how to maximize the great opportunity available to you in the month of February – to celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month by emphasizing the importance of healthy oral practices. Learn some specific things you can do as you continue reading.
January 4, 2018
Child having teeth polished at the dentist
There’s no doubt that raising kids can be the most rewarding (and challenging) experience you’ll ever have. Of course, in addition to raising happy and well-rounded children, you also want to keep them healthy to give them the best possible start in life. While there’s an abundance of information on everything from what to feed your kids to how to prevent colds, guidelines on healthy teeth are bit harder to come by. But here, a family dentist in Fort Worth talks about simple ways to make sure your children have strong, healthy teeth for a lifetime.
