Did you know that when you lose a tooth your adjoining teeth will move to fill the gap? That might sound like a good thing, but it actually throws off your bite. “Teeth always want to have an opposing tooth…
Most of us know to call an ambulance in an emergency, but when it comes to our mouths, well, what is a real emergency and what do we do? “Mouths are tricky because they’re complex and the natural bacteria in…
Are you among the more than 30% of people who hide their smile in photographs? Damaged, stained, and misaligned teeth can make you feel like you have nothing to smile about, but there’s no reason they have to stay that…
Local dentistry office, TRU Dentistry Austin on South Lamar, shows their support for Austin ISD. It is estimated that the School Bus Advertising program for Austin ISD can generate up to $388,000 annually for AISD schools. With school district budget…
The holidays? And your dentist? Absolutely! Dental insurance benefits reset every year—they don’t roll over—so the last couple months of the year are a great time to see the dentist. (Check to make sure your benefits run on a calendar…
Most of us wouldn’t think of our dentist when we hear the word Botox® (botulinum toxin), but we should. Dentists in Texas, like Austin Dentist Samantha Hollinger, DMD, can be licensed to use Botox® injections to help patients with pain related…
The spookiest time of year is upon us, and while your thoughts may be focused on costumes, scary movies, and parties - this is a great time to consider the impact of the holiday on your teeth. We love that…
Dental problems can destroy more than your smile. Your health, your self-esteem, your job prospects, even your happiness can all be casualties of poor oral health. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Did you know that much of…
Dental emergencies happen. Chipped and broken teeth, unexplainable and sudden pain or a problem with previous dental work can surprise you at any time. When that pain occurs, you need to see a dentist, whether it’s regular business hours or…
Does the thought of going to the dentist fill you with dread? You’re not alone. Though avoiding the dentist can seriously impact your oral and overall health, WebMD estimates that as many as 20% of Americans actually avoid making appointments…
