We all know that eating or drinking too much sugar can cause cavities, and by now we should all be aware of the oral health risks associated with smoking or tobacco use. But these common facts aren’t the only habits that may be affecting your smile. At our dental office… Read More…
If you’ve ever noticed gum tissue appear to creep up higher and higher over time, showing off more and more of the actual tooth, you’ve seen gum recession in action. Really slow action, but nonetheless, you’ve experienced it. Gum recession is incredibly common and can be treated. But our dental… Read More…
At our dental office in Austin, we want your smile to look its very best to help you get more satisfaction out of life both professionally and personally. We know your smile is a powerful tool that can tell the world quite a lot about who you truly are. Did… Read More…
Whether it’s been a couple of months, a couple of years, or even a couple of decades since you’ve seen your dentist in Austin, please know you’re not alone. We see patients frequently who are hesitant to schedule an appointment just because it’s been such a long time since they… Read More…
There are a lot of things that can cause tooth damage. We’ve seen cracked teeth from sports injuries, loose teeth caused by clenching and grinding, and there’s always the chance for us to treat someone for a simple cavity. But at our Austin dental office, it’s also pretty common for… Read More…
Dental x-rays are a vital diagnostic tool used to properly identify any underlying conditions that may not yet be visible on the surface. At our dental office in Austin, we perform dental x-rays only as often as necessary, which can vary from patient to patient depending on their oral needs… Read More…
Every year, April is recognized as Oral Cancer Awareness Month. At our dental office in Austin, we strive to keep our patients and our neighbors as healthy as possible, so we’d like to join in and help educate our community on the risks of oral cancer, how to identify it,… Read More…
Sometimes we get asked why certain patients have more difficulty getting numb before a dental procedure than other people. At our dental office in Austin, we wish we could provide one, solid answer as to why this happens. But the truth is, the reason can vary from person to person,… Read More…
A dental emergency can happen any time, any where and can be anything from a chipped tooth, a toothache, a lost filling, or a tooth that’s totally knocked out. While nobody ever wants to experience a dental emergency, the truth is, they happen. When they do, you should be aware… Read More…
Considering a career as a dentist? We may be biased, but the team at our dental office in Austin thinks it’s the best job you could have. Dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists are an important part of a total healthcare team, and are crucial to keeping patients healthy. Not… Read More…