Dentist Insights & Tips
More than a Nice Smile: Straight Teeth Are Actually Better for You
ContentsThe straight scoop on oral and overall healthNot a great DIY projectExperience the TRU Dentistry Promise: TRU service, prices, and smilesStraighter teeth boost career, personal life Did you know that straight teeth are better for you? We tend to think
No Dental Insurance? No Problem!
ContentsDental Insurance vs. TRU ClubExperience the TRU Difference Many people believe they can’t obtain quality and much needed dental care without insurance. That simply isn’t true. TRU Dentistry Austin wants everyone to know what is true. They have made it
Do You Love Your Dentist? The 5 Cs of Finding the Best Dentist for You
When you’re new in town or have a toothache, you probably log on and search for “best dentist near me.” What you should really be looking for is the best dentist for you. It’s an important distinction for your dental and
Can You Really Floss or Brush Too Hard?
ContentsFloss factoidsBrush basics Get the TRUth from your friendly South Austin dentist Ask any reputable dentist and the short answer is, yes, you can floss or brush too hard. If you get an arm workout while brushing or routinely dig
Supporting Equality in Oral Healthcare
Discrimination, whether intentional or unintentional, comes in many forms. And for the LGBTQ community, this is often experienced in the area of healthcare. We are frequently asked questions about marital status, or our “relationship to the patient,” or other areas
Should You go to the Dentist? Take this Quiz!
Dentists are always telling us we need regular checkups every six months, but why? Do you really need to go to the dentist that often? Take this quiz and find out: Do you have bad breath? That can be a sign
No Need to Fear: How Your Dentist Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
A visit to the dentist, while essential, can spark nerves in many patients. For some, it goes beyond that. Many individuals suffer from full-blown dental anxiety or dentophobia, fear of visiting the dentist for dental work. The smells, sounds, and
Pediatric Dentistry: Your Questions Answered
ContentsWhen should your child first visit a Pediatric Dentist?What is the doctor looking for during the child’s first visit?Does the timing of when a child gets teeth mean anything? (i.e. late/early teether)What happens when a child is resisting?How can parents
Open Wide: What Your Dentist Knows About Your Health
Even if you don’t say a word to your dentist, your mouth says a lot. And that’s a very good thing—because your dentist isn’t just your oral health specialist, but a trained healthcare provider who is also looking for a