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 […]
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Visiting The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston for a dental checkup and cleaning every six months may seem inconvenient sometimes, but you may benefit in ways you’d never imagine. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have […]
Into The Thick Of It, The Skinny On Toothpaste
This post from The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston answers some common questions about toothpaste, and its relationship to dental health. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive quality of toothpaste is to aid in removing plaque and food debris from the surface of the teeth. Forceful brushing becomes unnecessary because the abrasives in […]
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we find teeth endlessly fascinating. Since we’re a dental practice, that probably doesn’t surprise you. But think about it: while we use them every day to smile and eat, there is more to our teeth than meets the eye. Here are fifteen things you might not know […]
Our Top Priority At The Gentle Art of Dentistry In Houston
At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, our top priority has always been our patients, and nothing is ever going to change that. Not only do we want want each one of you to enjoy excellent dental health, we want you to have a positive experience in our office. What do we mean by […]
Preventing Gum Disease At The Gentle Art of Dentistry
Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we perform the most thorough dental cleanings possible. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these […]