Electronic toothbrushes marked a huge improvement in dental technology and oral health in the 1950s. But while this type of toothbrush has been on the market for more than half a century, it has only been in the recent past … Continue reading
When someone suggests ordering tea with your meal, what tea do you generally think of? In Texas, it sure isn’t going to be a hot cup of anything. For most Texans and southerners, sweet iced tea is the first … Continue reading
Remember when the Tooth Fairy first came to your home? That was an event to remember. Maybe you bought some sweets with that money you received—or was it a new toothbrush? Nostalgia is a great tool for relaxing, especially when … Continue reading
When it comes to caring for the health of your gums, you may think that your toothbrush, floss and mouthwash are all you need to complete the ultimate trifecta. However, caring for your gums is SO important that it is … Continue reading
For the vast majority of our patients, we have the pleasure of seeing them twice a year for their bi-annual cleaning. Trust us, we like it that way since that indicates you’re keeping up your oral health routine and have … Continue reading
Who here is still going strong on their New Year’s resolution? We know that we’ve slipped in the last eight months on at least a couple of them. While falling down on healthy eating habits or losing the spark … Continue reading
Pencils and crayons and markers, oh my! It’s hard to believe that it’s time to start packing those backpacks again when it doesn’t seem that long ago you were pulling out crumpled papers and trying to rid lunch boxes … Continue reading
If you have had molds made of your teeth in the last 30 years, it’s likely your dentist used plaster in a tray to make a physical mold. For patients with a strong gag reflex or general dental anxieties, this … Continue reading
Insurance…you know you need it, but the benefits can be confusing and written in pure legalese. When most of us sign up for health insurance through our employer, we glance at what’s covered but still end up taking the most … Continue reading
Many of our patients have been with us for years, and before that they might have been regular patients at other practices. We mean to say, they aren’t new to dental appointments. But while many of our patients know … Continue reading