Here at the Houston dental blog, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are committed to our patients’ oral health. So, today we offer an important warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most people probably know that sugar is not your teeth’s friend. Eating candy creates the perfect […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Proper nutrition can benefit you in a number of ways; increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. How often, however, do you think about how your diet affects your oral health? Your diet can impact your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy […]
The Gentle Art of Dentistry Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Hi. I’m Doctor Scott Anderson. Welcome to my Houston dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the East Spring, West Cypress, and Klein areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth […]
Do Whitestrips Work?
If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Houston grocery store, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in North Tomball were whitening toothpaste and Crest Whitestrips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore […]
Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal
Hello Houston! Welcome to The Gentle Art of Dentistry dental blog. Let’s talk about smile makeovers. Some Houston patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. Are the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips in […]
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!
Most Houston people who are considering cosmetic dentistry are aware of the cosmetic dental procedures that are frequently advertised in the North Tomball area. There are porcelain veneers: a custom-made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. Veneers can repair small chips and crack in […]