This time of year sees an overall increased risk to the health of our mouth. We are more likely to be traveling, which can create new spaces or environments that we may not be used to. There are also many stressors that come specifically around the holidays, and the added anxiety increases the likelihood of an accident. It doesn’t take much to drastically change your smile. Even a slight trip over a curb or a set of stairs can leave your teeth in pieces!
For this reason, it’s important to learn some simple rules about how to handle yourself during a dental emergency. The best way to prevent seizing up at this pivotal time is to learn proper first aid care, for yourself or others. Today, your Rowlett, TX dentist outlines some of the most helpful things you need to remember in the case of a broken or chipped tooth! (more…)
This time of the year, our common viruses such as the cold and the flu start to become much more serious of a concern. We are much more likely to be indoors on account of the weather, and the holidays means people are closer together in a number of areas. Beyond the visits to friends and family, we take more trips out to shop, to eat, and to see the festive sights.
Here in North Texas, we can see wild swings of weather. Now that this endless summer seems to have finally subsided, it can become bitterly cold rather quickly. If you are noticing that your smile may feel a little less comfortable than it was last year, you’re not alone. One of the most 
Periodontal disease, or the 
Very few people are fully happy with their natural smile. Even if almost everything is perfect, a little chip or a misshapen tooth can pose a problem. With all these different issues, you would think that it would require multiple procedures, affecting all areas of your oral health.
For lots of us, time can be a major struggle. It isn’t just that there aren’t enough hours in the day, but every event seems to overlap in the most obstructive manner. And so for that reason, often patients will desire 
As we age, the needs of our bodies change, and we have to spend a little more time and effort in 
If you are having trouble with your sleep, you may not even know the cause. But unconscious jaw movement can do major harm to your smile and your overall health. There are two main issues that occur with the head while sleeping. These are sleep apnea and bruxism.
It’s possible that you are facing a tooth extraction. Or maybe the loss has already occurred, and you are looking for a suitable permanent replacement. For some people, the decision on how to move forward can be a little overwhelming, as it can truly alter the way you approach your oral health.
One of the most difficult habits to instill in children is 
