Why should everyone in Addison brush at least twice a day? Let’s take a look at why this is so important. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the build up of plaque. If we let food…
family dentistry
Infant And Toddler Teeth Q&A
Today’s post is for new Addison parents. It contains useful information about caring for baby’s and toddler’s teeth. How should I clean my toddler’s teeth? For infants, gently wipe their gums with a piece of gauze or soft cloth. The ADA does not recommend any toothpaste for infants. When your child is three, a pea-sized…
“Addison, Texas Residents Visit the Dentist”
Whether you have lived in Texas for a long time, or just moving in to the Addison area; taking care of your teeth eventually involves a visit to the dentist. We are The Addison Dentist located at 4145 Belt Line Rd Ste 208 in Addison, Texas, and our specialty is family dentistry. You can reach…
General Dentistry
What is ‘General Dentistry’? Here are a couple definitions, found from around the web: The World Health Organization defines General Dentistry as “the science and art of preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of the teeth, jaws and mouth”. According to Wikipedia : A dentist is a healthcare professional qualified to practice dentistry…
Wisdom Teeth Checkup
Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24 for people in the Addison TX community. While not always troublesome, it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways, or otherwise impacting your other teeth. Checking your wisdom teeth in Addison TX is a simple and…
The Addison Dentist in Addison
Hello! I’m Dr. Rao, DDS, of The Addison Dentist. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 2005. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects of dentistry, I really enjoy…
Sedation Dentistry in Addison
Picture the following scenario: You are stretched out in a chair at your Addison TX dentist’s office holding a remote as you try to tune into your favorite radio station. An assistant clips a paper bib around your neck. Someone switches on a bright overhead light and you see latex-gloved hands moving toward your open…
Stick Out Your Tongue In Addison TX!
As health professionals, we know that Addison TX dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth and gums, but we sometimes overlook the importance of the tongue. Have you ever considered all the amazing things your tongue can do? It helps us talk, perceive the texture and flavor of food, chew, and swallow. This strong…
Tooth-Colored Fillings in Addison TX
Hello! Welcome to the The Addison Dentist blog. If this your first visit, we hope you find useful information about our family and cosmetic dentistry practice. If you have read some of our previous articles, we are glad you checked back with us. We post new articles regularly. My name is Dr. Rao. I have been…
Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?
Are you an Addison TX adult who suffers with chronic headaches? Have you tried Imitrex, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment? Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, spine alignment or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose. Bite misalignment or malocclusion is a common Addison TX problem that often goes undetected. Nature intended…