Trying to simply “tough out” tooth pain can be a bad idea for several reasons. One big concern is that by ignoring pain, you could also ignore a potentially serious oral health issue that demands restorative dental work. Another concern is that you may be changing your dental function to work around discomfort, which can… Read more »
Month: April 2019
Restoring Teeth That Are Chipped Or Cracked Due To Bruxism
Every time you bite into something, you put demands on your teeth. The friction that occurs during biting and chewing is inevitable, and because of this, you can expect to see some wear and tear on your smile over time. However, a person who is dealing with bruxism can see degrees of wear and tear… Read more »
Finding The Right Solution For Smile Discoloration
As convenient as it might be to reach for a whitening treatment found on the shelves of your local grocery store, you can find that these over the counter products do not deliver the results you hope to see. If you want to deal with significant stains, or stains that have been difficult to treat,… Read more »
Your Wisdom Tooth Extraction Can Protect Your Smile
Why is it so common for people to have their wisdom teeth removed, and what is it about these particular teeth that make them so expendable when it comes to your dental function? For any other tooth you might lose, your El Paso, TX dentist can recommend the placement of an attractive and durable dental… Read more »
Are You Engaging In Behaviors That Could Damage Your Smile?
Hopefully, you make a point to stay consistent with smile-friendly practices like brushing and flossing, as well as monitoring your sugar intake. People who keep up good preventive dental habits can feel that their teeth are safe, while not realizing that they engage in other behaviors that are putting them at risk for dental damage…. Read more »
El Paso’s 2019 Water Festival Is Taking Place April 27!
On Saturday, April 27, El Paso families are encouraged to take part in 2019’s Water Festival event! The TecH20 Center will welcome visitors to enjoy a series of artworks, performances, music, and more, all meant to celebrate and recognize the importance of water in our lives. This is a FREE event, with food trucks and… Read more »
What Can You Expect From Your Modern Dental Filling?
Your El Paso, TX dentist can take care of problems with tooth decay discreetly, thanks to modern dental fillings. While older dental fillings would be made with a metal material, the restorations available at our practice are made with a more discreet composite resin material. This substance manages to blend in easily with your enamel,… Read more »
Making The Right Changes To A Chipped Or Cracked Tooth
After you chip a tooth, or crack it, you can have several concerns. You can have an understandable sense of alarm over dental damage that is easy to see when you smile or speak. After all, that one flaw can seriously compromise your overall appearance. You also can – and should – worry about the… Read more »
Replacing Missing Teeth With Implant-Held Restorations
After even a short period with an incomplete smile, you can recognize just how frustrating tooth loss can be. You can find that biting and chewing food is more difficult, because your dental function is compromised. You can also notice how self-conscious you can be about people noticing an absence. Your El Paso, TX dentist’s… Read more »
Take Home A Truly Effective Teeth Whitening Treatment
After taking home a whitening treatment from your nearby grocery store or pharmacy, you can have an image in your head of your improved smile. You can find that your expectations exceed the reality of your treatment, as these products can be less effective than you might hope. A truly effective whitening treatment can help… Read more »