How to Stay Away from the Dentist?

Yes, there are ways that can help you stay away from your dentist. It’s true. And it’s worthwhile to explore because any more visits that semi- annual cleanings can be difficult at best. So, let’s get right down to the nitty gritty. Go for the Simple Check Ups. One sure fire way to cut down on the number of times you have to see your dentist is to go for your semi annual dental cleanings. P.S. If you have fear of […]

What You Don’t Know About Cosmetic Dentistry

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Cosmetic dentistry can offer many benefits. A beautiful, bright, well aligned smile is highly desirable among women and men today. Whether you are interested in repairing a chip, crack unevenness, or whitening your teeth, cosmetic dentistry can be quite rejuvenating. Since, there’s a lot of talk about what you need to know about cosmetic dentistry, check out what you may not know about some of the nuances in cosmetic dentistry. After all, it might make a difference in your treatment. […]

Osteoporosis Drug May Help Dental Implant and Gum Disease Patients!

Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentistry FAQ's, Gum Disease

Forteo, also known under the generic name teriparatide, is marketed by Eli Lilly to re-grow bone in osteoporosis patients. In fact, it is the only FDA approved drug of its type. Soon, however, the FDA may approve Forteo for the treatment of bone loss in gum disease patients. People who have gum disease are known to experience bone loss around the affected gums in the mid to late stage of periodontal disease. Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth […]

Choosing a Cosmetic Dentist to Fit Into Your Dental Plan

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Unlike medical care, finding a cosmetic dentist that is right for you does not mean just looking through the dental plan booklet and finding out who is available. There is no third party administrator booklet that points out dentists who have extensive experience in cosmetic dentistry. And remember, cosmetic dentistry is not simply about aesthetics, it’s about restorative dental work as well. Restorative dentistry performed by cosmetic dentists usually brings new technology and the latest in materials into the picture. […]

Recall for Hyland’s Teething Tablets

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Recently, the FDA conducted an inspection of Hyland’s Teething Tablets following reports from parents that their children became ill after taking the teething tablets. The FDA found the level of belladonna in Hyland’s Teething tablets was inconsistent, posing a risk of serious injury to users of the product. Since then, the maker has recalled the product and is warning consumers to throw away the product. Hyland’s Teething Tablets contain small quantities of belladonna, but the amount of belladonna must be […]

Halloween: Trick or Treat?

Posted in Dentistry FAQ's, Restorative Dentistry

Just as the old adage implies, Halloween can be a time of tricks or treats. Amidst harmless spider webs, witches, skeletons, pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns, there’s a real increased risk of one trick that we all want to stay away from- tooth decay. Of course, that’s’ not going to prevent children and adults from enjoying this scary holiday. After all, it’s been a customary tradition since the 1950’s. By the same token, since the 1950’s we have learned we need to […]

The Top Ten Reasons to Address Dental Emergencies

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Do you have a tooth emergency, but are afraid of going to the dentist? Do you have a tooth emergency, but don’t have time for a dentist? Do you have a tooth emergency but are concerned about the cost for your dentist? Well, your first thought might be to go to your local pharmacy to obtain a temporary solution. Or, you may not do anything at all; thinking that you can wait until it seems that it is definitely necessary. […]

The Big Benes of Gingival Sculpting

Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry

It’s always wise to know the benefits of gingival sculpting before you go under the laser. The good news is that gingival sculpting is a speedy, painless and effective procedure that provides both aesthetic and oral health benefits. Sculpting new gums can be very worthwhile. So, don’t miss out on knowing the top benefits common among people who undergo gingival sculpting. Gingival sculpting is safe. There is no recovery time associated with gingival sculpting. So, normal activities can be resumed […]

Sculpting New Gums

Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry

To the average person, sculpting new gums may appear to be the latest thing for modern day trend setters. And indeed, it may be. Gingival sculpting is popular among baby boomers that have uneven or excessive gum tissue. Gingival sculpting is popular among teen and young adults for the same reasons. And why not? A dental treatment that helps to creates a beautiful smile and is also good for your oral health? Sounds good, when considering the alternative. The […]

Austin Cosmetic Dentist Utilizing Latest in Gum Disease Protection

Posted in Gum Disease, Oral Health

Gum disease currently affects eight out of ten people; however, symptoms often go unnoticed, leading Surgeon General David Satcher to call it the “silent epidemic.” To ensure our patients win the battle against gum disease, our Austin dentists use the latest innovation in gum protection: Perio Protect^®. In a recent study, this new, minimally invasive method of gum protection was shown to kill virtually all of the harmful bacteria that cause gum disease. Whether we’re protecting our patients with Perio […]

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