June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month; would you be surprised to learn that your dentist is celebrating? You may not think that the state of your mouth has anything to do with the state of your brain, but multiple studies have found that oral health can be linked to overall health in various ways. In particular, gum disease in Weatherford seems to have a correlation to changes in the brain; here’s what you need to know about this surprising connection.
When you think about cancer, you probably don’t automatically consider how it can develop within your mouth. Oftentimes, we tend to think of cancer as something that affects the body, not the mouth. Unfortunately, if oral cancer develops and goes undetected, it can kill far more than those battling cervical, liver, kidney, or testicular cancer. A dentist in Weatherford explains why screening is important for early detection, as well as what signs and symptoms to watch for should you suspect you may be at risk.
February has been set aside as National Children’s Dental Health Month. As part of a coordinated effort, dentists around the country have joined forces to better educate parents on ways to improve their children’s oral health. Read on as your dentist in Weatherford discusses the common oral health issues facing children and the best preventive care methods available.
If you’re thinking about starting an orthodontic treatment plan to align your smile, you want to take the time to consider all of your options. While a straighter smile usually leads to improved confidence and better oral health, getting there can be a real struggle if it means dealing with the hassles of bracket and wire braces. For many people, Invisalign alignment tray orthodontics just makes more sense. In this post, we’ll talk about some of the many benefits of treatment with Invisalign and factors that can impact the cost of your treatment plan. For most people who choose treatment with an alignment tray system over traditional braces, the cost of either orthodontic plan will be comparable. Best of all, most dental insurance providers now offer the same coverage for bracket and wire braces and Invisalign, giving you the freedom to choose an orthodontic solution that fits your lifestyle.
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You may not realize this, but if you have recently begun wearing full dentures in Weatherford, you have joined a growing number of U.S. adults that have false teeth. In fact, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 57 percent of Americans ages 65 to 74 and 51 percent of those ages 55 to 64 have full or partial dentures. It is not uncommon for patients with new dentures to feel slight discomfort or irritation at first – but do not worry. Here are some helpful tips on how to minimize discomfort caused by your new teeth.
You’re naturally a jovial person, so why don’t you smile more? It’s because you’re uncomfortable with the space between your teeth. If only there was a way to address it, you’d be beaming from ear-to-ear. Your local orthodontist says there are several methods available, ranging from cosmetic bonding to traditional orthodontics. As you read on, you’ll learn about the different options.
Are you experiencing frequent tooth pain but not sure why? Perhaps you recently had a dental injury and you know you need to get to your dentist right away. Regardless of the circumstances, knowing you need a root canal is never considered to be an enjoyable realization, but sometimes it must be done. If the alternative means losing your tooth entirely, a root canal is more likely a relief than anything.
That’s why your dentist is sharing a video that goes over the process briefly to help patients put themselves at ease before treatment.
When it comes to correcting your bite issues with braces, there are several steps to go through. The first one is to meet with your local dentist for him or her to assess your smile and determine how complex of a treatment process you need. Then, you’ll be fitted and will wear your braces for the duration of the time deemed necessary by your orthodontic specialist. Once they come off, the process still isn’t over, though. What are the steps for after braces care? As you read on, your dentist provides the answers.
When your dentist lists the changes you’ll need to make while wearing braces, it may seem like a big drag. The good news is if you stick to these habits, you’re more likely to get the braces off sooner, as well as save money on damaged hardware that would require replacement later. So, to help you get started, your orthodontist in Weatherford has made a list of foods to avoid, prepare ahead of time, or indulge in while you undergo treatment.
The good news is you don’t have to give up all your favorite foods just to get straight teeth.
In recent years, more dentists and orthodontists have seen the benefit of providing both phase 1 and phase 2 orthodontic treatments. This combined approach to orthodontics allows our team to eliminate many jaw and skull bone shape and alignment issues while children still have their baby teeth, allowing patients to achieve their desired bite positioning more quickly and comfortably. In this post, we’ll discuss the benefits of a combined phase 1 and phase 2 orthodontic plan to help your child get a flawlessly aligned smile with minimal pain or discomfort.
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