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White Tongue Issues

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Pros And Cons Of Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are thin coverings made of porcelain or resin composite that are used to give a complete smile makeover that looks completely natural. View the pros and cons of porcelain veneers below. Cons Permanency You may not be a candidate if you have poor tooth health Teeth may be sensitive at

Is An Electric Toothbrush Better Than A Normal One?

A question as old as, well, the electric toothbrush – which toothbrush works better? Since the electric toothbrush’s introduction to the US in 1960, it’s been debated if these bulkier, buzzier brushes do a better job than manual brushes. The claim is that the electric toothbrush can compensate for anyone’s

TMJ Pain Relief

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects your jawbone to your skull. TMJ disorders can cause pain in your jaw joint and the surrounding muscles. Pain from TMJ can be occasional or frequent and vary from mild to severe. A variety of steps can be taken to minimize,

Are Bleeding Gums Normal?

Bleeding Gums Are Normal, Right? If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth, know that you’re not alone. Nearly 1 in 8 Americans claim to have teeth and mouth sensitivity and nearly half of Americans have some degree of gum disease ranging from mild to extreme. Though it is

What Does Soda Do To Your Teeth?

If you\’re in Plano, TX and worried about the health of your teeth, schedule a consultation with Dr Wilhite at (972) 964-3774 After every dentist visit as a child, you likely heard, “keep the sweets and soda to a minimum.” Even though you’ve heard the advice for years, have you ever

Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

The market for teeth whitening is huge and it comes as no surprise. White teeth are seen as beautiful, healthy, and youthful. It’s hard to escape the barrage of white teeth, as our media is filled with images of perfect teeth whether it’s in advertisements and commercials, movies, or even

The Importance Of A Custom Fit Mouth Guard

Imagine losing your front teeth. It would change how you breathe, eat, smile. You would have to endure several time consuming and costly dental procedures to fix it. This is why it is critical you wear a custom fit mouth guard when participating in contact sports. There are many reasons

5 Tips To Get Young Patients To Brush And Floss

Any parent knows it can be a struggle to get our kids to brush and floss regularly. It takes a lot of time to teach proper technique but this set them on a lifelong path to oral health. Follow these simple tips to teach your child how to keep mouth

8 Things Your Mouth Reveals About Your Health

When your dentist gives you an examination he or she may see (or smell) some things that could be very revealing about your health. Read on to see what your mouth might expose about your health. 1. Bleeding gums It is not that uncommon for your gums to occasionally bleed

Guideline On Gum Disease Prevention

The American Dental Association recently released new guidelines for treating patients with gum disease. According to newly released guidelines by the American Dental Association, dentists who are treating patients with gum disease or periodontitis should initially use scaling and root planing (SRP), deep cleaning of the teeth, for treatment. According

Kids Dental Health Habits Must Start At Home

As parents, we always want to make sure our children are healthy and that includes a strong oral hygiene routine. Researchers have found that the key to kids’ dental health is encouraging good habits at home. Proper education must begin right away and expectant mothers should learn how to keep

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