3 True Things About Implants (That Seem Too Wonderful)

There are some really amazing benefits of dental implants that you may have heard about and, instead of feeling extremely excited about them, you may instead have found yourself just glazing over them. Why? Well, possibly because like many patients, the details sound too good, which makes you question whether implants are all they’re cracked up to be! Unfortunately, if you’re a patient in need of tooth replacement and you dismiss implants, you may be foregoing a treatment that offers you just what you require! So, our Grand Prairie, TX team would like to review some things that are absolutely true about implants to let you in on the fact that they really do come with exceptional advantages.

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School Is Almost Here: Let’s Talk Basics!

When you think about back to school stuff, we know that you might be doing your best every morning to pull the blankets over your head and hide out for as long as you possibly can. At some point, however, it’s going to be time to face the music, which will include shopping, planning, prepping, and tying up loose ends, so everyone is ready for a fun new start! So, when our Grand Prairie, TX team lets you know that you just might want to ditch that desire to procrastinate and get going on a quick run-through in regard to your child’s oral health, we hope you’ll get the motivation you’ve been needing!

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Your Dental Hygiene: Things It Should Not Be

There are some things you probably already know your dental hygiene should be, such as consistent, thorough, and more. However, sometimes you need just a bit of a tweak to your perspective in order to gain a fuller scope of what needs to be happening for your oral health protection. Take our Grand Prairie, TX practice’s information to heart when it comes to cleaning your smile in regard to things your hygiene shouldn’t be! It just might give you the missing info you need in order to feel certain you’re doing a stand out job.

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Herbs For Shady Places: Summer Garden Gathering

Do you have a dark, shaded area in your garden? Are you curious if there’s something that will grow there (such as an herb that you can bring into your home as an addition to your garden-to-table meals)? If you need a little help with the darker corners of your outdoor space, the upcoming Herbs For Shady Places: Summer Garden Gathering in Grand Prairie, TX might be just what you need!

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3 Times You’ll Be So Happy You Filled Your Cavity

There are times you find out that you have a cavity and, though our Grand Prairie, TX practice always tells you that your best bet is to fill it as soon as possible, you may feel like waiting. You might have lots and lots of reasons for this, however, the reason it’s smart to get a move on is the fact that the decay and side effects will only progress and cause you additional problems the longer you wait. To help you get a more detailed, realistic understanding regarding why you’ll want to schedule your dental filling ASAP, we offer up a few times you’ll be so happy you did! Think you’re ready for restorative care right now? Give us a call to schedule your filling!

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Bad Breath: Why It’s No Joking Matter!

Yes, you can certainly find yourself being teased a bit by a loved one if your breath is through-the-roof awful! While it’s funny if it’s just passing morning breath or you ate something very strong, it’s not so funny when the problem hangs around. We call this type of bad breath chronic and you may hear it referred to as halitosis. It’s not funny because it means there’s probably something wrong either with your approach to keeping your smile clean or you’ve got a problem with your smile health. We encourage you to find out what could be going on (and to do something about it … hint: come see us at our Grand Prairie, TX practice!) so you can get back to life with a healthy mouth.

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Charcoal Toothpaste: Who Says It’s A Good Idea?

Someone out there is saying activated charcoal toothpaste is a good idea (even if it isn’t). How do we know this? Well, because there’s quite a lot of buzz surrounding this teeth whitening trend. The question is: Who is saying it’s a safe, smart, effective idea? On the other hand, who is saying that it isn’t? As you may have gathered to this point, we’re not promoting the use of this type of toothpaste because it’s not beneficial for your smile. In fact, it can be altogether dangerous for your grin. The great news? There are other, safer, highly effective ways to make your smile bright again. You can learn all about our cosmetic treatments in Grand Prairie, TX when we see you at our practice for a visit, so come in soon!

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Your Smile: 3 Things You Must Do Before Your Wedding

When you’re planning your wedding, one thing you know is that you want a white, beautiful smile for photos. However, beyond that detail, you might not have considered what it’s going to take to ensure you’ve actually achieved that goal on time. You may not have considered, either, that there are some other factors to think through to ensure that when your special day rolls around, the last thing you’re doing is worrying about your smile health, your white smile (or not so white), and more. Let’s talk about dental care and three things you’ve got to think about as soon as possible.

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Steps You Should Take To Improve Your At-Home Smile Care

The dedicated care you are provided during every routine dental checkup will offer you a valuable level of support in your ongoing push to avoid cavities and gum disease. Individuals who come in for regular care are less likely to develop cavities. If tooth decay does become a problem, you have the benefit of early detection, so the matter can undergo treatment before you are in need of a root canal procedure. Of course, your Grand Prairie, TX dental practice is not a substitute for quality dental care at home! Your best defense against threats to your smile will involve everyday efforts to keep your teeth in top form! (more…)