Hello, I’m Dr. Mari Ramirez. At my Addison practice, I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Addison men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be…
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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…
How Do You Measure Success?
At The Addison Dentist, we are committed to success. Dr. Jordana Contrucci’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in terrific outcomes daily for our dentistry patients. Each team member at The Addison Dentist shares Dr. Contrucci’s passion for success. For many Addison dental patients, success is a routine check-up that reveals healthy teeth…
Fixing Chipped Teeth With Bonding
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign
A cosmetic dentist’s toolkit is filled with useful tools for fixing most types of cosmetic tooth problems. In the past few years, porcelain veneers, dental implants, and same-day teeth whitening have drawn a lot of notoriety. In today’s post, we are going to talk about an effective, yet relatively uncelebrated dental treatment that has been…
The Challenge Of Oral Hygiene For Orthodontic Patients
Hello, I’m Jordana Contrucci of The Addison Dentist. Today’s post is for orthodontic patients. Dental Hygiene is a challenge for orthodontic patients There is no doubt about it – it is harder to keep your teeth clean if you wear braces. It’s unfortunate (and ironic) when brace wearers develop tooth decay and weaken their teeth…
Toothache? Broken Braces? Knocked-Out Tooth?
Let’s consider three dental issues that may require immediate treatment. Toothache Most of us experience a toothache at some point in our lives. Even one day with oral pain can seem like an eternity. A toothache could be a symptom of an abscess. If an abscess progresses, it can destroy the root of the tooth.…
A Teenage Smile Without The Metal
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign
Many Addison adults want to look younger by straightening their teeth but having a mouthful of conspicuous teenager-style metal braces is not exactly what they had in mind. If you are not happy with your misaligned teeth, you may be interested to hear about the new, discrete straightening methods now available for people of all…
Suspect A Bite Problem?
The topic of this post from The Addison Dentist is malocclusion, which literally means “bad bite.” Many cases of malocclusion are treatable with clear braces. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics coined the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common, but most cases are so slight that it causes no troubles. When you combine multiple…
Sports Drinks Put Beautiful Smiles At Risk in Addison TX
Sports drinks have their place. They help keep electrolyte levels up in the body when we work out. But the team at The Addison Dentist has a warning: their acidity can erode tooth enamel. And when tooth enamel is compromised, that beautiful smile can fall victim to discoloration and decay. Nobody wants discolored teeth, so…
Embarrassed By Your Teeth? Beautiful Smiles in Addison TX!
Categories: Beautiful smile, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Invisalign, Oral Health, Sedation Dentistry
What is a beautiful smile worth? Addison TX men and women with smile makeovers say they’re worth every penny. Your smile is the part of you that you share with your family, friends, and colleagues every day. An attractive smile creates confidence. If you are embarrassed by yours, you may be wasting energy trying to…
