What is a Canker Sore?
While inconvenient and sometimes a little painful, canker sores are more annoying than they are concerning. But when canker sores pop up you may wonder what these ulcer-type spots actually are, what caused them in the first place, and how to treat them quickly and effectively. At our Austin dental office, we’re here to answer […]
Another Option Besides a Tooth Extraction
So you’ve been told you need to have a tooth extracted. Going through this treatment may even sound appealing if you’ve been suffering from tooth pain. But the team at our dental office in Austin wants you to know that you may have another option available. Consider a Root Canal A tooth extraction is usually […]
Does Acid Reflux Harm Teeth?
It’s common to feel the uncomfortable sensations associated with acid reflux in the gut and even in the chest. But did you know that acid reflux can also affect oral health? The team at our Austin dental office is here to tell you all you need to know about how acid reflux can increase the […]
How Diabetes Affects Oral Health
When it comes to all of the health complications that can go hand-in-hand with diabetes, oral health is often overlooked. At our Austin dental office, we want our patients and neighbors to know just how drastically diabetes can affect oral health, and precautions that those with diabetes should take to keep their mouths healthy. The […]
Quit Smoking for Better Oral Health
The American Cancer Society sponsors an event every November to raise awareness for all the health problems associated with smoking and provide tips and tools on how to quit the habit. This year, the Great American Smokeout will fall on November 15, and our dental office in Austin wants to do our part to help […]
Surprising Cavity-Causing Snacks That Are Worse Than Candy
With Halloween right around the corner, our dental office in Austin wants to share a secret with our patients and neighbors. Did you know that there are snacks out there that are worse for your teeth than candy? You heard us right. Candy may not be the scariest thing for your oral health. It’s no […]
The Oral Health Benefits of Chewing Gum
It may come as a surprise to hear our dental office in Austin supporting something found in the candy aisle. But when it comes to gum, we actually recommend that our patients consider chewing it occasionally. However, not just any gum will get our seal of approval. Gum containing sugar, high fructose corn syrup, or […]
Home Solutions for Toothaches
There’s no telling when a toothache may strike. You could be on vacation far away from your dentist in Austin. Or perhaps you woke up on Sunday morning with a tooth throbbing in pain when no dental office is open. What can you do if these situations occur? We’re happy to help by providing you […]
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath
Having bad breath can be embarrassing. But the team at our Austin dental office is here to help. In fact, we help patients everyday find out what’s causing their bad breath and work with them to fix it. Today, we’re going beyond the help that we can provide in our office and providing you some […]
Are Gum Disease and Gingivitis the Same Thing?
At our dental office in Austin we’re often asked if gum disease and gingivitis are the same thing. It’s a common misconception regarding a serious disease that can have serious consequences if left untreated, and we’d like to clarify the difference. Defining Gum Disease Gum disease at its core is an infection in the gums […]