Dental implants are the most versatile tooth replacement options, and are effective in replacing any number of missing teeth from one tooth to an entire row. This is due in large part to the innovative design that replaces the entire dental structure both the roots and biting surfaces of teeth. This not only provides optimal structural support for replacement prosthetics, but promotes oral health by stimulating jawbone density and the retention of gum tissue volume. For many patients, dental implants are the clearly superior tooth replacement solution, but like any surgical procedure, there are patients who will not be ideal candidates. Before selecting dental implant tooth replacement, it’s essential that patients weigh their options, and make the choice that fits their needs.
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Are you a Candidate for Dental Implants?
January 12, 2016
Why You Should Make It Your New Year’s Resolution to Floss Daily
January 11, 2016
- It’s a New Year! The New Year is a time for new starts, and this year you can make a resolution to start flossing every day. The benefits are greater than you may think!
- Avoid plaque build up! When you eat, food can get stuck between your teeth. When this is left unchecked, it can cause serious plaque build-up which can lead to bad breath, cavities, and gum disease. Plaque builds up naturally after you eat, and this sticky substance is notorious for causing the mentioned problems and more. Even if you brush regularly and your teeth look okay, neglecting to floss can only do harm. Cavities can form in hard to reach places such as between teeth, making them go unnoticed until you’re in serious pain and in desperate need of a dental visit.
Is Teeth Grinding Really a Big Deal?
December 16, 2015
Many patients who suffer from chronic, unconscious teeth grinding and clenching, bruxism, are unaware of the potentially detrimental effects it has on oral health. From a chipped to tooth to hearing loss, the potential health concerns related to bruxism can dramatically impact a patient’s daily life.
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Preventing Tooth Decay
November 10, 2015
A study from the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that some 91 percent of American adults age 20 to 64 are diagnosed with tooth decay, also called dental caries, during any given year; 96 percent of people over the age of 65 have dental caries. Despite these numbers, there is something you can do to avoid tooth decay: eat right. There are foods you can eat that will help you enjoy greater oral health.
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Be Prepared: Know What To Do in a Dental Emergency
October 19, 2015
We can’t prepare for emergencies, but life would be a lot easier if we could. Dental emergencies can be especially scary, as many people aren’t educated in the steps to take immediately following something like a knocked-out or broken tooth. Keep these steps from your Los Fresnos dentist in mind and become one of the few who know how to react in a dental emergency. Your teeth and your smile will be so glad you did.
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10 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Your Mouth
September 22, 2015
Sometimes, fun facts can be quite informative. We bet we can give you 10 fun and interesting facts about your mouth that will not only surprise you, but convince you of the importance of scheduling regular biannual checkups with the team at Los Fresnos Dental Center, and of brushing and flossing your teeth at home twice each day.
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Your Child’s Development vs. Bad Oral Hygiene
September 3, 2015
It’s not just your dentist who can recognize bad oral health. Surprisingly, your child’s teacher might be the one to recognize problems with his or her teeth considering they spend almost 40 hours a week together. Teachers learn a lot about children’s development over the years, including the problems that arise in the classroom due to a lack of proper dental care.
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Importance of Dental Cleanings & Exams with Your Dentist Los Fresnos
July 21, 2015
If you’ve ever tried to change a habit or make a new one, you know it’s not easy, even if that habit might save your life. Twice a year dental cleanings and exams could help patients avoid numerous systemic diseases, and reduce health effects of some chronic illnesses. At Los Fresnos Dental Center, we know it’s not easy to start a new habit, but we hope you’ll consider six month dental checkups. You’ll see the difference every time you smile, but you may never know how many other benefits you received by maintaining your beautiful smile. Contact the caring dental team at our Los Fresnos, TX office to schedule an appointment today.
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Super-Mom Secrets: Summer Edition
June 9, 2015
It’s summertime again and you know what that means – it’s time to spend this wonderful season having fun in the sun while enjoying the company of friends and family. If you’re a parent, you also know how busy it can be. Sports practices, summer camp, swimming lessons, dance recitals; the list can seem endless. Los Fresnos Dental Center in Los Fresnos, TX wants to help those moms stay on their game and make this summer the best one yet, so we enlisted the help of the Super-Mom.
Super-Mom’s 5 Secrets
Summer is a breath of fresh air for kids. No school for your kids means late nights, spending time with friends and getting into who-knows-what during the day. Heed these five friendly dental tips so you and your kids can breeze through the summer without any problems.
#1 What To Do: Knocked-out tooth
- Put tooth in glass of milk (or store inside mouth to keep it moist. Remember: DO NOT BITE)
- Don’t touch the root of the tooth
- See the dentist immediately
#2 Helpful Nutrition Hacks
- Probiotic-rich meals regulate phytic acids in the digestive system, which are kryptonite for teeth.
- Homemade bone broths (chicken, beef, or lamb with ample vegetable servings) improve absorption of Vitamins A, D, E, and K and other minerals which are essential for life and beautiful smiles. Plus, they are easy to cook!
- Limit grains and sugars – residues from these can cause rapid decay and cavities.
#3 Easy Dental Tips
- Keep a toothbrush and floss kit available to grab on-the-go. It’s perfect for a single-day adventure at the beach or camping.
- Use non-alcoholic mouthwash to rinse and brush after being in the ocean all day.
- Purchase cinnamon-flavored floss because it will make this important task that much sweeter.
#4 Dentist’s Gentle Solutions: Get It Done!
- Easy, single-visit, multi-patient scheduling for families
- 1-hour crowns scheduled during lunch breaks
- Convenient evening and weekend scheduling
- PLUS summer discounts
#5 Fight Boredom: Top 5 Websites for Kids
- Kids.nationalgeographic.com
- Mykidsadventures.com
- Highlights.com
- Abcya.com
- Pbskids.org
These time-saving tips will help ensure that you and your kids’ summer will be stress-free and full of excitement. It’s an important time of year for your teeth; there are all kinds of treats and other summer delicacies that can wreak havoc on your teeth. Stick with us and your family will keep their smiles shining bright and beautiful this season.
Schedule An Appointment
If a dental situation does arise, be sure to give our office in Los Fresnos, TX a call. We happily serve the surrounding communities of Del Mar Heights, Los Cuates, Rancho Viejo, Laureles and beyond. Happy summer!
