Cosmetic Dental Masterpieces
With porcelain veneers, you can upgrade your smile without significant restorative dental work. Dental Veneers Transform Your Teeth Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that are attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain has been used in dentistry for many years because no other restorative material is such an excellent match for natural tooth […]
How Do Implant Dentures Work?
Many people know that a dental implant is an ideal tooth restoration. Some don’t realize, however, that two or more can support a partial or full denture. This can be a less expensive option than having many implants while still providing many benefits as compared to traditional dentures. Today’s post answers the most common questions […]
5 Ways To Floss Daily
Hello! If you want to floss regularly but are too tired at night, this post is for you. In our The Addison Dentist blog, we want to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss and keep your teeth and gums healthy. 1. If you’re an early riser, try flossing in the morning […]
Looking For A Red Carpet-Caliber Smile?
When you see pics of your favorite stars, do you ever wonder how these men and women can project such perfection? Can ordinary North Dallas folks ever achieve anything approaching celebrity-caliber attractiveness? When it comes to beautiful smiles, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” There are many effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available that can produce […]
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are vital for proper dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a day or two after your cleaning, it isn’t really a problem. But, if the bleeding and […]
The Addison Dentist Provides Quality, Compassionate Dental Care
Hello, and welcome to our dental blog. My name is Dr. William Shattuck and I want to tell you about The Addison Dentist. Meet Our Compassionate Team of Dental Professionals The first thing to know is that we work hard to keep our patients comfortable. Our team is compassionate and empathetic. For some men and […]
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even individuals who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at The Addison Dentist in Addison. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Dr. Steven Lee will […]
Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety
Talk to your dentist There’s something about having understanding on anything unknown that makes us feel less afraid or at least more confident handling the unknown. If you consider dentistry an unknown topic, maybe you can educate yourself by asking your dentist lots of questions. Find a dentist willing to listen to your fearful thoughts […]
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Are tooth implants too expensive? Are dental implants unsafe? Are dental implants experimental? Is the surgery painful? Does it take a long time to recover? The answer to all of these is No. Let’s talk about it. Dental implants are an investment in an improved lifestyle Dental implants aren’t cheap. We understand that. But you […]
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings
If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the advice to have dental visits and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels individuals to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule? Let’s […]