In times of stress, we may be more likely to grind and clench our teeth in the night, often referred to as bruxism. Unless treated, this disorder increases the risk of damaged teeth. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists will be looking at what you can do to prevent bruxism, and when you should let us know about potential dental damage!
A Chipped Tooth Is A Dental Emergency
Sometimes, people may be unclear about what constitutes a dental emergency. A knocked-out tooth is an obvious one, as is a missing restoration. But what about a chip? In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists look at how even a minor chipped tooth could be an emergency situation, and one that we can still treat in our office!
Is Your Quarantine Snacking Causing Cavities?
For many people, picking up fun snacks and treats has been a way of keeping spirits high during their time inside. We get it, and know that the occasional fun treat is okay, but too many foods and drinks high in sugar could do more than give you a stomachache, you could also become vulnerable to tooth decay! In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists talk about how to prevent cavities with healthier food and drink options.
Does Your Child Have A Dental Emergency?
As you know, our team is limiting treatments to help protect our community from the spread of COVID-19. However, we’re still here for emergency treatment for people of all ages, even kids! In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists will explain when to bring your child in for an emergency visit, and what steps you can take to help keep their smiles healthy and strong from home.
What Causes Tooth Decay In Children?
A number of factors could lead to tooth decay forming in a child’s smile, even as young as age one! However, with the right preventive steps at home, you can help protect your little ones from the onset of tooth decay and dental infection. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists look at what causes tooth decay.
Be Sure To Brush And Floss
Our office is currently closed, outside of emergency appointments of course, which means we can’t clean and examine your smile as we normally would. As a result, people in El Paso, TX, need to make sure they’re brushing and flossing properly to avoid the onset of issues like tooth decay or gum disease while staying inside. Fortunately, we have a few tips in our latest blog!
How Do I Preserve My Natural Teeth?
When we fail to take care of our smiles properly, then serious oral health issues could arise that lead to discomfort and in some cases, tooth loss. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists are talking about the steps you can take from home to prevent tooth loss, and our options for replacing missing teeth, including dental implants.
Protect Your Periodontal Health From Home
Along with safeguarding your teeth against tooth decay and dental infection, you also need to maintain better care of your gums. Not only do they frame your smile, but they also keep your teeth in place! Without regular homecare, you could be more likely to suffer from issues like gingivitis and gum disease, which in some cases, could lead to adult tooth loss. Your El Paso, TX, dentists have a few helpful tips in today’s blog!
Are My Wisdom Teeth An Emergency Issue?
If you were speaking with our team about wisdom tooth extraction before the quarantines were set in place for COVID-19, or you worry about the possible eruption of your third molars, then you should contact your El Paso, TX, dentists. Addressing your wisdom teeth is an emergency issue, and we can help preserve the health and beauty of your smile.
Is My Toothache A Dental Emergency?
If you have pain in your tooth, this could be linked to a serious issue that needs treatment. Otherwise, your smile could risk losing a tooth! Fortunately, we have emergency dental care to repair damage or address issues that could cause a tooth to become lost. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists will be looking at addressing toothaches with emergency dentistry.