Oral Health
How Do I Prevent Dental Problems Before They Start? Plano Dental Office
Laughter is the best medicine for the soul, but prevention is the best medicine for your smile. It’s possible to prevent serious oral health complications with just a few minutes of dental care a day. Use these tips from our dentist in Plano, TX to stop dangerous dental problems before they start!
Read MoreWhat Is Dental Plaque & What Plano Residents Can Do About It
You brush your teeth every night and visit your Plano dentist every six months, but you still wake up each day with unpleasant, embarrassing morning breath. The cause of this frustrating phenomenon? Often, it’s dental plaque. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take at home to fight plaque and protect your vibrant smile.
Read MorePlano: Holiday Snacking That Isn’t Bad for Your Teeth
We know, holiday sweets are irresistible… but they’re also often not so great for your teeth. Those gingerbread lattes and slices of pecan pie aren’t doing your mouth any favors, even if they are festive. Fortunately, it’s surprisingly easy to enjoy holiday snacks that protect your oral health instead of harming your teeth and gums.…
Read More5 Ways to Keep Your Gums Healthy in Plano
Your gums are more important than you may have realized. As a soft tissue supportive structure, they play a crucial role in securing your teeth to the bone underneath.
Read MoreWhat Every New Plano Mom (& Soon-to-be Moms) Should Know About Oral Health
During pregnancy, you’re doing everything you can to make sure you stay healthy for the baby. You eat right, try to get a little exercise in, avoid alcohol, try to stay stress free, etc. Here at Plano Gentle Dental, we get it can all be a lot as our dentist is a mom herself. However,…
Read MorePlano Dental Office: Vaping and Oral Health
We all know that smoking cigarettes cause lasting damage on teeth and gums, but what about vaping? The e-cigarette trend sweeping our nation is relatively new and, as a result, poorly understood. Many people incorrectly believe vaping is better or “healthier” than smoking, but the truth is that vaping poses an enormous threat to the…
Read MoreWhy Your Plano Dentist Needs to Examine You Before Pricing Out Your Treatment
Just like you wouldn’t trust an insurance adjuster to assess the value of your vehicle claim before inspecting your car, you shouldn’t expect a dentist to price out your treatment before examining your mouth. Your initial dental consultation is a very important stepping stone for the rest of your treatment, so make sure you work…
Read MorePlano Family Dentistry: Oral Care in the Home
Lives are busy. And if you are raising children, life has gotten even busier. So much so, you wonder how you thought you never had time before. There are many everyday activities that take place inside the home to ensure our family is healthy and while most are small they add up. One of those…
Read MorePlano Dentist: Properly Caring for Your Toothbrush
You would never doubt the importance of regularly brushing your teeth (right?!), but how much attention do you give to your toothbrush itself? Your toothbrush is actually your first line of defense against cavities, gum disease, and other serious dental problems. By properly cleaning, storing, and replacing your toothbrush, you can encourage long lasting oral…
Read MoreWhy Do I Need Regular Dental Exams?
Are you curious as to what the point of regular dental exams are? Sure, you know they help clean your teeth but if you brush and floss daily, is it really necessary? Yes. Yes. YES. Even those who take tremendous care of their mouths should have routine maintenance. And the best part with Plano Gentle…
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