One of the best ways to help prevent cavities and tooth decay in children is something you may not even have heard of: sealants. A thin coating applied to the chewing surfaces of the teeth – usually, the back teeth – the dental sealant fills the deep grooves and pits that normal brushing may not …
Pain in the mouth is like no other. It’s no wonder, really, since it’s hard to avoid the very things that can trigger the pain – like chewing, drinking, or even breathing. Your mouth is directly connected to the tendons, ligaments, and muscles of your face, sinuses, head, and neck—so mouth issues can also quickly …
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 to touch, so you can chew, because that’s their main job,” explains Austin Dentist. “Teeth …
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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 our mouths multiplies so quickly that tooth and gum problems can go from minor annoyance …
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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 way. One of the best options for “fixing” a smile—veneers—can make a dramatic difference in …
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 reductions occurring around the state, the additional support these types of programs offer is invaluable …
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 year as opposed to a fiscal year in which case benefits would renew at some …
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 Halloween brings out the kid in adults and the pretend adult in kids, but if …
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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 what your dentist does is considered “restorative dentistry?” It’s an interesting phrase because restorative dentistry …
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 not. When you have a dental emergency on nights or weekends, you can typically expect …
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