So you’ve lost some teeth and hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, you can! For most patients, a dental implant is the ideal replacement for […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: […]
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, patients sometimes ask us how they should go about choosing a toothbrush. Picking this most basic dental health tool can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. The most important consideration for a toothbrush is soft bristles. […]
Sparkling Smiles At The Gentle Art of Dentistry
Sparkling smiles are more attractive than dull and yellow ones: you won’t get much disagreement there. Everybody likes to see a pleasing smile, and having beautiful teeth is also good for your self esteem. At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we create sparkling smiles every day with cosmetic dentistry. Unfortunately our teeth lose […]
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many people with missing no teeth choose dentures. But there is a better, state-of-the-art alternative at The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston. Problems With Dentures Conventional dentures usually fit properly at first, but the mouth changes […]
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Did you know that the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, the good news is that gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are critical, but there are warning signs for gum disease […]