Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and one area of the body that is particularly vulnerable to injury is the mouth, including the teeth. Tooth injuries can range from minor chips and cracks to more severe cases such as fractures or avulsions (complete tooth displacement). Understanding the causes, types, and immediate actions for tooth injuries is crucial…
Emergency dentistry
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
Do you have a dental issue that needs attention? Have you been putting off a dental visit? Good news! Dentistry in the Addison area and around Texas is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No Reason to Avoid…
Are Dentures the Only Answer for Extensive Tooth Loss?
At The Addison Dentist, we restore smiles for patients with severe tooth loss. What is total mouth reconstruction? Modern restorative dentistry makes total mouth reconstruction a reality! Total mouth reconstruction restores all the teeth with dental implants and/or implant-anchored dentures. What are dental implants? Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations Dental implants replace the tooth…
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
1. Which of the things listed below are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. Diabetes d. Family history 2. Which of the following are possible signs of gum disease? a. Teeth that look like they are longer b. A change in the way dentures fit c. Bad breath d. Sore…
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?
Individuals get food stuck in and between their teeth all the time. Most of the time it is not a malfunction to get the food unstuck with floss or a toothbrush and move on with your day. However, once in a while there is a pesky piece of food that seems practically impossible to get…
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression seen around Dallas. Today’s post is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Since this is a dental blog, I am sure you expect us to raise all sorts of alarms warning of the dangers of piercings. You are right. Unfortunately, these…
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.…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or broken bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are extremely efficient at damaging enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is quite hard. But so are ice and hard candy, and…
Urgent Care Dentist vs. Cosmetic Dentist
Today’s message is for anyone who has a broken dental crown. First off, you REALLY need to have it replaced. That said, you may be wondering which variety of dentist should replace it. We suggest that you contact the dentist who placed the crown. If you have moved or don’t remember where you got it,…
You Should Worry if Any of These 3 Things Happen in Your Mouth
1. You drink a cold beverage and—yowza—it creates a shooting pain! When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually taps the layer under the enamel. This is called the dentin. The dentin contains tiny tubules. A cold (or acidic) liquid that flows into the tubules can get close enough to the nerve to make you…
