Texas Dentistry and Braces Blog

Imagine this: five minutes into the movie, you feel your teeth come down hard on an unpopped popcorn kernel. You immediately feel a surge of pain stemming from your tooth as you rush to the nearest mirror. When you open your mouth to look for the culprit, you notice your crown has dislodged from your tooth.

Although dental crowns typically last 10-15 years, their lifespan can be cut short when a scenario like this arises. If you find yourself in a similar situation, it is important to remain calm and follow the below tips to get the treatment you need for a lost dental crown.

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Congratulations on deciding to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant in Mesquite! While you’re probably looking forward to regaining your beautiful, complete set of pearly whites, you’re likely much less excited about having your dental implants placed. Thankfully, knowing what to expect can go a long way in helping you feel prepared, confident, and at-ease about your upcoming treatment. Here’s what your recovery process may look like and why you may feel some fatigue after rebuilding your smile.

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Invisalign clear braces are removable, comfortable, and well known for the freedoms they allow you to enjoy while getting a straighter smile. You can continue to enjoy your favorite foods, sports, and activities with a confident smile thanks to these nearly invisible aligners. However, that doesn’t mean you can pop them in and forget about them completely! Here are the five most important things not to do when straightening your teeth with Invisalign in Mesquite.

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While it may be surprising to hear, many positive COVID-19 cases have been found in patients who were entirely asymptomatic. This means that even if you do not have any signs of the condition, such as coughing, sneezing, or shortness of breath, it does not mean you are not necessarily spreading the disease within your community. For this reason, dentists are asking patients to be extra vigilant during their dental appointments. Below, you’ll find a dentist explain why dental office safety in Mesquite is so important as well as the most common questions they receive.

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COVID-19 has proven to be extremely contagious and potentially life-threatening, so much so that it can be difficult to know when a problem is the virus or something else entirely. While it’s true that fever is one of the most notable signs of COVID-19, it could also be a dental infection. In order to stay proactive and take the best next steps, here are the most well-documented symptoms related to a dental infection!

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