Your oral hygiene habits and semi-annual appointments to your dentist are vital to protecting your oral health. Brushing and flossing are needed to preventing plaque accumulations, which is a colorless film of bacteria. When plaque is not removed, it will continue to form along the gum line, leading to cavities and gum disease. Over time, the plaque will harden and turn into tarter. At this point, gum disease will likely develop. You will not be able to remove the accumulations on your own. You will need your Weatherford dentist to remove the tarter buildup.
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Weatherford Dentist Explains Tarter Buildup and Your Oral Health
December 11, 2016
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Taking Care of Your Gum Disease in Weatherford
October 17, 2016
Gum disease is Weatherford is an all-too-common oral health issue. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimate that more than half of Americans over the age of 30 suffer from bleeding gums–or worse. Dr. Deborah Romack and Dr. Garrett Mulkey, Weatherford dentists, treat gum disease and show patients how to take care of their mouths for best oral health.
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FAQS on Root Canal Therapy in Weatherford
October 14, 2016
Your tooth really hurts. Your jaw and gums are swollen, plus you have a nasty-tasting drainage coming from the area. You worry that your Weatherford dentist will pull the tooth. Don’t be concerned. You may qualify for root canal therapy, a traditional, two-visit restorative procedure which heals infected, injured or deeply decayed teeth for years of additional service.
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Are You Looking for a Dentist Who Serves Aledo?
September 23, 2016
Dentists in Aledo, Dr. Ashley Decker and Dr. Garrett Mulkey, offer dental services to care for the preventive, cosmetic and restorative needs of their patients. From hygienic cleanings and all-porcelain crowns to Invisalign clear aligners and mini dental implants, no dental team serves patients better than Cosmetic & Family Dentistry. (more…)
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Weatherford dentist gives reasons why we grind our teeth
July 22, 2016
The Bruxism Association says that morning headaches, facial and ear pain, jaw joint problems and damage to teeth and gums are symptoms of a common dental disorder called tooth grinding, or bruxism. Dr. Ashley Decker and Dr. Garrett Mulkey, Weatherford dentists, diagnose and treat bruxism at Cosmetic and Family Dentistry. They work to make patients more comfortable and to stop adverse dental health effects of bruxism. (more…)
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Weatherford dentists list foods that stain teeth
July 12, 2016
Would you like your teeth to look youthful and bright? Have you had your teeth professionally whitened and desire to continue that great look? Drs. Deborah Romack and Garrrett Mulkey, your Weatherford dentists at Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, tell patients that many of the everyday foods they enjoy discolor tooth enamel. Moderately consumed, these foods are fine when balanced with those that improve the look and health of tooth surfaces. (more…)
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Questions to ask when picking an Aledo family dentist
May 6, 2016
Changing dentists can be distressing, particularly if you have been treated well by your previous dentist. Now you’ve relocated your family to Aledo. What questions should you ask a prospective family dentist? (more…)
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Comprehensive Care from your Aledo Dentist
April 1, 2016
When looking for a dentist, Aledo residents often make the short and easy drive to Weatherford where they find comprehensive dental care at Cosmetic & Family Dentistry. Dr. Decker and Dr. Mulkey and their staff provide just the right combination of professionalism and friendliness. And for an added dose of convenience, you’ll find just about all of the dental services you or any family member needs—including traditional orthodontics as well as Invisalign—all under one roof at your Aledo dentist office.
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The Effects of Smoking on Gums and Teeth from your Dentist in Weatherford
March 10, 2016
We all know that smoking is bad for your health. But, one area of health that’s often overlook is oral health. Smoking and tobacco use in any form produces serious implications on oral health. Tobacco use doesn’t just cause bad breath or staining, but can also lead to gum disease, tooth decay, oral cancers, and more. As a family dentist in Weatherford, you want to see you be as healthy as possible. For those who smoke or those who have quit, we offer the services you need to help repair the damages to your teeth and gums caused from smoking.
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Important Tips to Prevent Cavities from Your Dentist in Weatherford
March 5, 2016
Cavities are a very common occurrence, especially in children. Cavities form as enamel weakens due to poor oral hygiene and certain lifestyle risk factors. Once a cavity has formed, it will require treatment to remove the area of decay while the area is sealed with a filling to prevent additional damage. While treatment is simple and effective, repeat cavities can weaken the structure of the tooth, eventually leading to more invasive restorative procedures, and in some cases, extraction of the tooth. As a leading dentist in Weatherford, we encourage you to treat cavities before they even start with simple preventative measures.
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