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What Every New Plano Mom (& Soon-to-be Moms) Should Know About Oral Health
By Dr. Monica Jain |
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,…
Plano Dental Office: Vaping and Oral Health
By Dr. Monica Jain |
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…
What to Ask Your Dentist Before Plano Invisalign Treatment
By Dr. Monica Jain |
Suffering for two years with the pain and embarrassment of metal braces is an unfortunate right of passage for most adolescents. If you were lucky enough to avoid braces as a child, you might be facing the consequences now as an adult – crooked teeth and an overcrowded smile that makes you grimace instead of…
Why Your Plano Dentist Needs to Examine You Before Pricing Out Your Treatment
By Dr. Monica Jain |
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…