Category: Preventive Dentistry

What Causes Gum Disease To Form?

Once we develop gum disease, there is no cure. However, routine care could help manage the issue and protect your smile from major complications, such as adult tooth loss. But what causes the disease to form in the first place, and what steps can we take to safeguard our smiles? Your El Paso, TX, dentists… Read more »

What Causes A Cavity To Form?

Why do our teeth, which are coated in the hardest substance in the human body, develop cavities? In today’s blog, we’re looking at the causes of tooth decay and what you can do to protect your smile. We’re also discussing the treatments your El Paso, TX, dentists offer in our practice to treat the problem… Read more »

Should You Try A Sleep Appliance?

Snoring could mean obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a serious disorder that could lead to poor overall health and even issues for your immune system and cardiovascular health. In order to treat OSA and snoring, your El Paso, TX, dentists may suggest a custom-made sleep appliance, which provides an alternative to the more common CPAP machine.

What Makes You Snore?

Do you snore? If so, this could not only bother your significant other, but could also indicate the potential for a sleep disorder. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists look at what causes us to snore, and discusses possible solutions, from oral appliances to a few simple changes to your nighttime routine.

Treating Your TMD And Bruxism With Mouthguards

When our jaw joints undergo pressure and injury, then the onset of TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding) could begin. Eventually, you could suffer uncomfortable symptoms and even trouble opening and closing your mouth. In order to address the problem, your El Paso, TX, dentists may suggest an oral appliance in the form of a… Read more »

Scheduling A Same Day Appointment

We know that dental emergencies can arise suddenly, or that finding free time to see your El Paso, TX, dentists can be difficult. To help, we’re always available to see you with same day dental appointments! In today’s blog, we would like to talk about our same day appointments (and treatments), as well as our… Read more »

Schedule Your Last Exam Of 2019

The end of 2019 is just a few weeks away! Which means if you want to start 2020 with a healthy and beautiful smile, you need to see your El Paso, TX, dentists soon. We can offer a checkup and cleaning to assess your oral health and see if you require treatment. You can also… Read more »

Keep Smiles Cavity-Free This Thanksgiving!

Who doesn’t love sitting down with their friends and family to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving meal? We want our El Paso, TX, patients to enjoy a happy and safe holiday this year. We also want them to understand the link between many of our holiday favorites and the onset of painful cavities. Find out how… Read more »

How Do We Treat Periodontal Disease?

From poor oral hygiene to a family history of periodontal problems, a lot of factors could lead to gum disease. While the issue cannot be cured, routine treatment can usually manage it and protect your smile from serious complications, such as adult tooth loss. In today’s blog, we look at how your El Paso, TX,… Read more »

Oral Hygiene Care For El Paso Families

Routine care, both at home and in office, is crucial for families in El Paso, TX, helping them enjoy optimal oral health and avoiding the onset of serious concerns, such as tooth decay and gum disease. In today’s blog, our team would like to look at our oral hygiene treatments and offer advice for keeping… Read more »