Bad Breath Q & A
I’m Melissa Rodriguez of The Carrollton Dentist. Today’s post offers some answers to persistent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is horrible, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can increase and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start […]
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Our teeth work hard and are continually under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Tragically, enamel erosion is extremely widespread, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some […]
Can Untreated Sleep Apnea Shorten My Life?
Sleep apnea doesn’t just minimize your quality of life. Untreated sleep apnea can actually shorten your life. In many ways. Chronic Diseases Untreated sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure and other types of heart disease. These issues, in turn, can result in a fatal stroke or heart attack. According to the Centers for Disease […]
Save Money With Dental Implants At The Carrollton Dentist
Q: For Dallas residents: When is the least expensive tooth replacement method really the most expensive? A: When it ends up costing far more in the long run. Many Carrollton dentistry patients who lose a tooth do not understand the importance of replacing it with a dental implant. They wrongly believe that one missing tooth […]
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or weakened bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are immensely efficient at eroding enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is quite durable. But so are ice and hard candy, and […]
Same-Day Tooth Pain Relief
When you have a toothache, that’s all you can think about. It makes it challenging to handle your everyday tasks. If the tooth starts hurting after business hours or on the weekend, you may resign yourself to waiting until a traditional dental practice opens. When others are closed, The Carrollton Dentist is here for you. […]
Suspect A Bite Problem?
Hello! I’m Dr. Melissa Rodriguez, DMD, of The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton. Thanks for visiting our dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion – literally – “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in most […]
New Parents: Educate Yourselves About Children’s Oral Health
Today’s article is for new parents or couples planning for children sometime in the future. An Epidemic of Tooth Decay in Young Children The statistics on early childhood tooth decay are sobering. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 42% of U.S. children between 2 and 11 years old have in their […]
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
If you are afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, today’s post is for you. Good news! Dentistry in the Carrollton area and around Texas is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No […]
Has Your Child Visited A Dentist?
Hello! Today’s The Carrollton Dentist blog is for new parents. We know that your child’s health and safety is your top priority. That’s why you baby-proof your home, serve healthy foods, and buckle them tightly in their car seat before you pull out of your driveway. We want to remind Carrollton parents that oral health […]