Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
Today’s post focuses on a very serious issue—oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community designates oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can occur in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the cheeks The oropharynx (the part behind the soft […]
How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Tooth Color
It’s a common desire for people to want white teeth. But the majority of individuals have discolored or just plain yellow teeth. Especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. Your Genes Make a Difference As with other physical aspects, there is a genetic component to your oral health. You can thank your parents […]
A Facial Or Filling?
At The Addison Dentist, we know that we can’t completely fool you. When you receive treatment at our comfortable cosmetic dental practice, you won’t actually believe you are at a plush Dallas spa relaxing with cucumbers over your eyes. Just because we can’t recreate an identical Addison spa experience, that doesn’t stop us from trying. […]
3-Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
Looking for a dentist because you’re losing the battle with plaque build-up, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains, or tooth decay? I’m Dr. Jordana Contrucci with The Addison Dentist. Today’s post offers 3 steps to take before you arrive at our office for a consultation. The state of your mouth is vital to your vitality both emotionally […]
Bad Breath Q & A
I’m Jordana Contrucci of The Addison Dentist. Today’s post offers some answers to frequent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is terrible, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can multiply and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start […]
What Is Crown Lengthening?
Perfect smiles created at The Addison Dentist often require crown lengthening. Crown lengthening surgery is a safe and effective procedure that exposes more of the visible part of the tooth. Some patients undergo crown lengthening surgery at The Addison Dentist to alter their gummy smile. A gummy smile refers to upper teeth that appear too […]
Addison Mouths And Stomatitis
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for Addison dental patients. These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition of stomatitis is the inflammation of the membranes […]
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become somewhat lax about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In today’s post, our goal is for you to analyze where you stand and consider whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and improve your quality of […]
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
When it comes to oral cancer survival rates, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of men and women who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that originate in the mouth (or oral cavity) are […]
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to understand that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At […]