Hi, Addison, We’re The Addison Dentist!
Hi, Addison, we’re The Addison Dentist! The Addison Dentist has been providing quality dental care to patients in the Addison TX area since 2005. We are passionate about the oral health of our patients and we are currently accepting new patients. Our top services include: Sedation dentistry Invisalign Teeth whitening Porcelain veneers Dental crowns My […]
You May Have Gingivitis
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are dedicated to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t impact your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause troubles. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen, […]
Our Addison Dental Team Takes Care Of You
At The Addison Dentist, each dental professional on our team allows our practice to operate smoothly and provide the highest caliber of dental care. Today’s Addison dentistry article will focus on the duties of a dental assistant. You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is […]
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
Hi, I’m Dr. Rao of The Addison Dentist. Today’s post focuses on an interesting article that appeared recently on Science Daily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care […]
Less Is More In Dentistry
There are consequential new developments in Texas dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dr. Rao and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and revolutionary techniques […]
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is as essential as your teeth. Some prescription medications can increase your risk of tooth decay. Some home faucet water filters remove fluoride. 19 percent of children between the ages of 2 and 19 have […]
The Painful Truth About Toothaches In Addison, Texas
Toothaches always get worse on Friday night right before the weekend. Waiting to care for a sore tooth may leave your Dallas dentist saying things like “I wish you had come to me sooner.” Even with all the various causes of mouth concerns, a toothache sends a simple, clear message: get it checked! If you […]
Does Your Dallas Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative […]
Starting Chemo? How Are Your Teeth?
If you are scheduled for cancer treatment due to a recent diagnosis or relapse, oral health is probably not your first priority. However, the team at The Addison Dentist urges you to give some attention to your teeth to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications. According to the National Institutes of Health, cancer treatment […]
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment in Addison
Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone in Addison when you felt a sudden jolt of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel is eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves […]