Why Aren’t You Smiling?
Hello, I’m Dr. Amy Horton. My dental practice is called The Carrollton Dentist. We are located at 2440 N Josey Ln Ste 101 in Carrollton, and you can reach us by calling 972-323-0501. I look at smiles everywhere I go. Whether I am working with a dental patient, having dinner at my favorite restaurant, or […]
The Carrollton Dentist Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have gingivitis (gum disease) can be upsetting. Here at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton, Texas, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums Receding gums […]
What’s The Latest With Veneers?
One of the developments in cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of smile restoration patients who have received conventional veneers are happy with the results, some dental patients have delayed this procedure because they do not want to lose healthy tooth structure. Veneers Have Advanced Prepless veneers are a more conservative procedure for transforming […]
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
In today’s post, let’s examine some details about brushing. One key to activating the value of toothpaste is creating foam when properly brushing. Working up a good foam is attained by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90-degree angle. The foaming helps with dislodging food debris from nooks and crannies in […]
Dental Implants Play a Starring Role in Makeovers and Mouth Reconstruction
If you’ve looked at before and after photos of our patients, you know that tooth implants transform smiles. As such, they are commonly used in both smile makeovers and full mouth reconstruction. Dental implants restore form and function In other words, tooth implants have beauty and brawn. The fact that dental implants are both cosmetic and […]
Worried About Dental Visits?
“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Communicate these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Dr. Melissa Rodriguez […]
5 Great Reasons to Improve Your Smile With Orthodontic Treatment
Hello! When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? If the answer is, “Not really,” then you may want to consider these 5 great reasons to achieve a beautiful smile with orthodontic treatment. 1. A little can go a long way. Even if your teeth don’t need a long course of […]
Smile Makeovers? Yes, We Do Those, Too!
At The Carrollton Dentist, we are known for emergency dental care. This includes extractions, root canals, and treatment for a knocked-out tooth. Our patients appreciate the fact that we take walk-ins. We are also open late on weeknights and even have weekend hours. If that were not enough, we also provide cosmetic dentistry—even complete cosmetic […]
Sparkling Smiles With Safe Bleaching
One of the easiest ways to improve your smile is with teeth whitening, one of the most in-demand cosmetic dentistry procedures at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX. Whitening teeth is a simple, non-invasive way of improving your overall appearance and bringing new confidence to your daily interactions with people. There are plenty of commercially-available […]
Successful Smiles Are Confident Smiles
Your smile is always with you. Everyone you meet notices it right away. If you aren’t happy with your smile, cosmetic dentistry from The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX can improve on it. Cosmetic dentistry means making positive changes to your teeth, and to your smile. Even one small procedure can have a dramatic impact […]