Cracked teeth can be painful, embarrassing, and expensive to repair. Protecting kids’ teeth from cracks and chips should be taught at a young age. 1. Don’t chew hard stuff! Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, unpopped popcorn, and hard beef jerky. Watch out for stone fruits—that peach may be soft but if you…
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4 Myths About Baby Teeth That Every Parent Should Understand
There are many myths and misconceptions about baby teeth. A child’s first teeth, called primary teeth, are temporary teeth that will eventually fall out before the child is six years old. These teeth usually end up under a pillow for the tooth fairy! But that doesn’t mean they are not critical. Below are 4 myths…
Keep Holidays Healthy For Your Teeth!
Who doesn’t love the holidays? They’re a time to take a break from your regular routine and spend time with friends and family. If you’re not careful, though, holiday celebrations can take a toll on your oral health. They often involve delicious food, drinks, and sweets that can put you at risk for decay and…
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
At The Addison Dentist, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a compelling field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” Mary L.…
Common Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry
Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile Many so-called Dallas cosmetic dental procedures are not solely cosmetic. Addison dental procedures such as tooth replacement prevent many potential problems such as tooth movement, bone loss, and difficulty chewing and speaking. Myth #2: An Addison Dental Bridge is the Only Way to Replace…
Photos with Santa
Want to avoid lines and costs of getting a cute Christmas photo with Santa or your family? Then come join our little party and let us handle the photo shoot! We will have a cookie decorating station for the kids to keep them busy until it’s their turn to smile for the camera. We have…
State Fair Invisalign Day
Interested in straightening your teeth? Considering Invisalign? Want to know if you’re a candidate? Through the whole month of October our practice is doing a fantastic promotion around Invisalign. If you’re a candidate for this and you book in October, you will receive the following: $500 off treatment – Your treatment includes: intraoral photos, impressions,…
Block Party!
What? We are welcoming back Dr. Ramirez from maternity leave with open arms by hosting a block party! We are blocking off our parking lot and celebrating with a bounce house for the kiddos, Easy Sliders food truck, live music by the Kelly Vaughn Band, and raffle prizes. Anyone is welcome. Free to attend! See…
Oral Health in Addison: Both Smoking And Vaping Put Your Smile At Risk
A recent study on the impacts of e-cigarettes on oral health in Addison has more bad news for people who believe vaping is less risky than smoking traditional cigarettes. In a study published in the journal Oncotarget, scientists concluded that e-cigarettes may cause chronic inflammation and permanent cellular degeneration. These conditions, in turn, can result in gingivitis,…
Replace A Missing Tooth With A Durable Dental Implant
Implants? Crowns? Veneers? Invisible braces? As dental technology and services have expanded in the Addison area, so has the vocabulary. Dentistry has advanced to provide many new solutions that address almost every possible dental problem. The team at The Addison Dentist is highly skilled in cosmetic and restorative procedures. In the past, if a patient…
