We treat all of our patients royally here at The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, but some of them receive actual crowns. Not what a king or queen wears, of course, but crowns for your teeth! Crowns are sometimes called caps, and they’re placed over a tooth to restore its shape and strength, and […]
Eating Got You Down?
When you’re missing one or more of your natural teeth, chewing can be difficult and even painful. Dental implants from The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. Dental implants are metallic posts inserted into the jawbone. The posts are usually titanium, which is an ideal material because it is lightweight […]
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
In this post from The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many people are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists? How would you like your dental visit to […]
Saving Teeth
When a tooth is threatened by extreme decay, disease, or damage, a root canal may be the only way to save it. At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, root canals relieve pain. During a root canal (or endodontic treatment), the soft tissue in the root of the tooth is taken out. This tissue […]
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression. This post from The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston is for anyone who has an oral piercing or is considering one. Our brief summary? Bad idea. Unfortunately, these piercings and the jewelry they accommodate can lead to serious issues with not only your teeth and mouth, […]
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you wear dentures, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth. Implant-supported dentures are proving to be a superior solution, and they’re available at the Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston. The problems with contentional dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste […]