Gum disease is more common than you might think. It is one of the leading causes of tooth loss, and something that The Addison Dentist takes very seriously. The soft tissue in your mouth has a vital job. It protects the roots of your teeth, and provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments…
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Child-Friendly Addison Dentist
It’s a question that many parents debate: When should I take my child in for their first dental appointment? The answer may be a little earlier than you think. At The Addison Dentist, we are in agreement with the American Dental Association. The ADA recommends that a child first sees a dentist around twelve months…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
At The Addison Dentist in Addison TX, we are all about educating our patients and promoting good dental health. By following the three steps below, you’ll go a long way to ensuring the health of your teeth and gums. Sometimes life really is as easy as 1-2-3. 1 Soft Bristle Toothbrush Gentle brushing will achieve…
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, typically called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. This condition is so widespread in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the ADA. Fortunately, periodontal disease can be treated at The Addison Dentist. Here are some important things…
What You Need to Know about Oral Cancer
During routine dental examinations, The Addison Dentist always checks for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Cancer, in general, remains as serious and scary as it ever was. Yet many people don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that…
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
People who are missing teeth have more tooth replacement choices than ever before. State-of-the-art replacement, whether it’s for one missing tooth or a set of dentures, involve dental implants, available from The Addison Dentist. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over conventional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Furnishes up to 100% natural…
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
At The Addison Dentist in Addison TX, we like to see our patients every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Along with your home regimen of brushing and flossing, it’s the best way to maintain your dental health. Many people only visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of…
All About Toothaches
Ever get a toothache? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At The Addison Dentist, we stress the importance of good dental care to all our patients. But Murphy’s Law assures us that if something can go wrong, it will. And that includes getting a toothache. The most common cause of a toothache is, by far,…
Are You Flossing Out Of Fear?
Most people know that flossing is an important part of oral health. As we like to remind all our patients at The Addison Dentist, the value of this simple exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. But does fear have to play a role commitment to the practice? Flossing offers a…
The The Addison Dentist Guide To Dental X-Rays
Do you know the different between a periapical and a bitewing? This blog post from The Addison Dentist explains it, as we take a look at dental X-rays. Panoramic If you have ever stood in a huge camera apparatus and struggled to stay still while an automated camera made one slow pass around your head,…
