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7 Ways To Manage Your Dental Visit Anxiety

1/11/2021

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As many as 40 million Americans avoid the dentist because of fear and anxiety, according to Columbia University College of Dental Medicine.

So, why the fear of the dentist? People are anxious about dental visits for different reasons. Some anticipate pain. Others worry that the dentist might be rushed or neglect their concerns. Additional stressors include negative memories of past experiences and even the sterile smell of the dental office. Sometimes, simply interrupting the normal day's routine for a dentist visit creates anxiety.
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If unaddressed, dental anxiety can lead to oral health problems, which can, in turn, require more dental treatment.

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Trust and communication help lower stress

​One of the most important factors in overcoming dental anxiety is good communication between you and your dentist. When you feel informed and in control throughout a visit, you’re typically less anxious.
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”It’s common for people to feel some level of anxiety when visiting a physician or dentist,“ said Kevin Sheu, DDS, professional services director for Delta Dental. “However, if a patient’s anxiety is preventing access to needed care, the individual should have a frank discussion with the dentist before starting any treatment. As health care professionals, dentists are trained to treat patients who have anxiety. Many safe and comfortable techniques can make dental care less stressful, including the use of medication.”

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Tips for staying calm when you visit the dentist

​If you’re nervous about an upcoming dental visit, try these ways to curb your anxiety:
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  1. Share your fears. If you're tense or anxious, tell your dentist and the dental staff. Expressing your concerns will help your dentist adapt the treatment to your needs.
  2. Focus on breathing regularly and slowly during dental procedures. When people are nervous they tend to hold their breath, which decreases oxygen levels and further increases feelings of panic. As in some meditation techniques, a focus on slow, regular breathing helps reduce stress levels.
  3. Listen to some tunes. If the sound of the drill bothers you, bring along your favorite music and earphones.
  4. Watch what you eat and drink. Avoid caffeine before a dental appointment. Eat high-protein foods which – unlike sugary foods – produce a calming effect.
  5. Use hand signals. Empower yourself by agreeing on hand signals to communicate with your dentist. When you feel uncomfortable, signal the dentist to ease off or stop the procedure.
  6. Choose a low-stress appointment time. Select a time for your dental visit when you’re less likely to be rushed or under pressure. This might mean a Saturday or an early-morning appointment.
  7. Get some good reviews. If you’re looking for a dentist, ask friends and relatives for recommendations. A glowing review about a dentist from someone you trust can help reduce your anxiety

Lower on the fear spectrum (but still very real for some) are the anxieties already discussed. Communicate your feelings to your doctor. And try this trick: feel gratitude for your teeth and for your access to good care. Research shows that people who practice gratitude are more optimistic, healthier, get better sleep, and, in turn, experience less anxiety.  

To schedule an appointment with us, please call the location nearest you: Conroe - (936) 760-3050, Galveston - (409) 740-7744, Homestead - (713) 633-1922, and Richmond - (281) 238-4454. You can also schedule an appointment at www.texasdental.group.
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Why You Shouldn't Ignore Your Routine Dental Check-up

10/13/2020

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Have you ever wondered why your dentist recommends to re-visit the clinic every six months? Well, its time you know the reason behind it. Routine dental check-ups are crucial for long term maintenance of oral health for people of all ages. Usually, dentists recommend that the first visit of a child should be as soon as one year of age. This helps to build the foundation for the excellent health of teeth and gums. Moreover, it also impacts the overall well-being of the individual.

Routine dental check-ups have several benefits such as; early detection and prevention of dental diseases like tooth decay, gum disease, and even periodontal problems.
If you are considering skipping your next routine dental appointment, you might want to read further to weigh your options. We will discuss the importance of routine dental check-ups. Furthermore, we will highlight the benefits of a regular dental check-up.

What happens during a dental check-up?

Generally, a routine dental check-up is performed in two phases:

Examination
During the examination, the dentist identifies tooth decay or abnormalities that may negatively affect the health of the teeth and gums. X-rays are also a part of the dental examination that determines the extent and location of the damage to the tooth, gums, and alveolar bone. 

Additionally, the dentist also evaluates the degree of plaque and calculus on the tooth surface. Dental plaque is typically a sticky layer of bacteria and debris that forms on the surface of the teeth. Improper oral hygiene practice can lead to the hardening of the plaque called calculus. Excessive accumulation of plaque and calculus usually initiates oral diseases.

After tooth examination, the gums’ health is evaluated using a periodontal probe to check the depth of the spaces between the teeth and gums. In a healthy mouth, the gums are firmly attached to the tooth surface. However, people with gum diseases may have deep pocket formations.

Lastly, the dentist evaluates the health of your throat, tongue, and other soft tissues in the mouth. Moreover, they may also consider extra-oral signs such as redness or swelling associated with the face, head and neck.

Oral prophylaxis
Once a thorough dental examination is performed, the hygienist may proceed to clean your teeth. During this procedure, the hygienist uses an ultrasonic scaler to loosen and remove the mineralized calculus from the tooth surface. Moreover, dental professionals also clean the interdental spaces and areas which are hard to clean with a toothbrush.

After scaling, the tooth surface is polished using a gritty paste to remove the surface stains present on the tooth. Finally, every interdental space is flossed to ensure complete cleaning of the teeth. Ideally, it is best to visit a dentist every six months to maintain proper health and hygiene.

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​The importance of routine dental check-ups

A routine dental check-up is essential for the following reasons:
  • Early detection and prevention of dental diseases.
Routine dental check-ups help the dentist to identify early signs of tooth decay and cavity formation. Furthermore, it helps to evaluate the patient’s oral hygiene status by looking at the amount of plaque and calculus formed on the tooth surface.
Such steps can lead to prompt treatment and prevention of extensive tooth damaging conditions. Moreover, professional teeth cleaning reduces the amount of disease-producing bacteria in the mouth. They are thereby enhancing the oral health of the patient.

  • Building long term relations with your dentist
Regular dental appointments help you to maintain good relations with your dentist. Moreover, it establishes a healthy communication where you can discuss all the concerns you have regarding oral health and overall well-being. 
Moreover, it is a great way to familiarize yourself with the dental office environment to reduce nervousness and anxiety.
  • Enhancing your self-esteem
Our smile plays a crucial role in creating a good impression on others, especially in your work environment. Regular dental check-ups help to restore and redefine the health status of your mouth. Moreover, it provides clean teeth and gums that enhance the appearance of your smile, making you look good.
  • Overall well-being
​It is a fact that our oral health is directly linked with the overall health and well-being. There are clinical links between poor oral hygiene and diabetes or heart disease. Moreover, osteoporosis and cancer are also common conditions associated with poor oral health.
Therefore, it is essential to take every preventive measure to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. This will help you to stay healthy and fit in your life.
  • Financial benefit
We all know how expensive restorative dental treatments can be. However, preventive dental treatments are far less costly. Moreover, most dental insurance plans cover the cost of two routine dental check-ups in a year. 

What are the benefits of a routine dental check-up?
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  • Prevention of bad breath
Usually, poor oral hygiene hosts disease-producing bacteria in the mouth that affect not only the health of the teeth and gums but also causes bad breath. Sometimes bad breath also occurs due to the accumulation of food particles in the mouth that are hard to clean with a toothbrush.
Routine dental check-ups include professional teeth cleaning. This effectively cleans the teeth and gums by removing the food debris, plaque, and calculus in the mouth—thereby reducing the incidence of bad breath.
  • Protection from cavity, plaque, and calculus
Routine teeth cleaning from a dental professional help to identify the early signs of tooth decay and cavity formation. Moreover, it helps to remove the underlying cause for damage to the teeth such as bacteria and plaque that accumulates in the mouth periodically.
  • Protection from severe gum diseases
Usually, the calculus buildup in the mouth severely affects the health of the gum tissue. It not only leads to bacterial accumulation, which may loosen the gum tissue but also cause recession of the gums. One of the first signs of gum disease is bleeding and soreness in the mouth. 
Routine dental cleaning eliminates the calculus buildup and saves the gums from the adverse effects of calculus and disease-producing bacteria in the mouth.
  • Prevention of tooth loss
Extensive gum diseases, also known as advanced periodontitis, often leads to bone loss and increases tooth mobility. Routine professional cleaning and dental check-ups help to keep periodontal disease under control. Moreover, it helps to maintain the integrity and health of the teeth and gums for a long time.
  • Early detection of cancerous lesions
Routine dental check-ups help to identify the signs of developing oral cancer at its early stages. This greatly helps in treating the lesion successfully without affecting the health of the surrounding vital tissues.
  • Early detection of underlying abnormalities
X-ray examinations performed during routine dental appointments are a great way to get an insight at the underlying developing abnormalities such as tooth abscess, cyst, or tumors. Early detection of such lesions helps to limit the disease spread. Moreover, it prevents damage to the surrounding tooth and tissues.
 
  • Altering bad habits
Dentists educate patients on practicing good oral hygiene and counsel them to avoid indulging in bad oral habits. Some of these habits include teeth grinding, jaw clenching, aggressive tooth brushing, and food habits.
The dentist may show you the effects of such habits on your oral health and provide you with solutions that you can use to overcome them effectively.

What is your responsibility after a dental check-up? 

It is essential to take proper care of your teeth and gums by following regular oral hygiene practices. Following these steps are the best way to achieve good oral health:
  1. Brush your teeth for at least two minutes, two times a day. Also, use a fluoride toothpaste to allow remineralization of the enamel.
  2. Floss after brushing teeth at least once in a day to remove the debris and plaque present between the teeth.
  3. A mouthwash can contribute in controlling plaque formation around the teeth and gum line. Moreover, it provides a fresh breath.

Take away message 

Regular dental visits are crucial to maintaining the health of your teeth and gums. Usually, a routine dental check-up involves detailed examination and professional tooth cleaning. Such measures help to detect dental diseases at early stages and prevent them from further damaging the tooth and gums.

Additionally, routine dental check-ups help to maintain long term relations with your dentist, save money, prevent the spread of severe dental diseases, and enhance your looks and confidence. Now that you've understood the importance of routine dental check-ups, don't forget to visit your dentist at least twice a year. Moreover, follow a good oral hygiene routine to stay healthy and happy. 

You can easily schedule an appointment with us at Texas Dental Group. Please call a location nearest you: Conroe - (936) 760-3050, Galveston - (409) 740-7744, Houston - (713) 633-1922, and Richmond - (281) 238-4454. You can also schedule an appointment at www.texasdental.group.
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ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS RIGHT FOR YOU?

10/6/2020

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Dental Implants are human-made replacements for the root of a tooth. If a patient has broken or missing teeth due to injury, periodontal disease, decay, or congenital defects, a dental implant can replace a single tooth, several teeth, or the entire upper or lower jawline.
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The dental implant procedure is the placement of permanent, prosthetic teeth that look and function like the real thing. The implant procedure is designed to be painless and provide a smile that lasts a lifetime. When placed by an experienced team of dental implant professionals at Texas Dental Group, the procedure is one of the safest and most successful in dental and cosmetic practices.



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​WHY DO PEOPLE NEED DENTAL IMPLANTS?
  1. To replace missing teeth: ​People experience tooth loss for many reasons. Some of these reasons include decay, Gum (Periodontal) Disease, Anodontia, medications, chemotherapy, drugs, or injury. Many who experience tooth loss choose to replace the lost or decaying teeth with dental implants.
  • For eating: Being able to bite and chew through a variety of foods is necessary for consuming necessary vitamins and nutrients. While dentures only restore up to 25% of original bite strength, dental implants often restore 80-100% of a patient’s original bite strength after the healing period.
  • For self-confidence: Those with lacking or unsightly teeth often face anxiety of social situations, and experience greater isolation as a result. Strong and natural-looking teeth often help a person regain confidence to socialize.
   
     2. To reinforce the structure of the jawbone: When a tooth is lost, the integrity of the jawbone underneath it is                   compromised. The neighboring teeth then begin to slowly drift. This also causes gradual degrading of the                      jawbone which in turn causes facial deformity. When a lost tooth is replaced with an implant, the integrity of                the jaw is maintained.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DENTAL IMPLANT CASES?     
     1. CONVENTIONAL: In standard cases, dental implants are embedded within the jawbone. Conventional                            dental implants can be a single tooth, bridge, or a full arch.
  • Single: Individual implants can be placed for the replacement of 1 tooth, such as a missing molar or anterior (front tooth). After the implant is placed, a short healing period is needed before a final crown can be fitted on top.
  • Bridge: A bridge fixes a crown or crowns over the area of a missing tooth or teeth. A bridge can be supported by implants or healthy teeth at each end.
  • Full Arch: In many cases, a patient will choose to have a full set of upper or lower teeth replaced with what is known as a “Full Arch.” Arches are full sets of prosthetic teeth fixed onto 4 or more implants.

     2. ZYGOMATIC:
        In cases of severe bone loss, Zygomatic dental implants will be embedded into the cheekbone (Zygoma).                      Zygomatic implants are only different from conventional implants in the method of embedding and the length of          the implant. This method is used to replace the teeth in the upper jaw.

To provide our patients with the most innovative dental implant technology, our practice offers the DIOnavi EcoDigital Implant Procedure. Our Texas Dental offices specialize in a variety of cosmetic and aesthetic dental procedures. These procedures include crowns, Lumineers, laminates, dental implants, and more. Below, you can learn more about each of these procedures. If you’re interested in any form of cosmetic dentistry, feel free to contact us for a detailed consultation.

​HOW THEY WORK 
  • Dental implants are posts placed into the jaw where the tooth root used to be located
  • Implants are made of strong titanium metal
  • The posts fuse with the bone in the jaw and serve as a strong anchor to attach a replacement tooth (or replacement teeth if multiple are needed)
  • An abutment (connector) is screwed into the implant to support the new crown (artificial tooth)
  • The crown is designed to be strong and natural looking

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The DIOnavi Difference
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DIOnavi EcoDigital Implant Procedure
What makes us different than other dental offices that place implants is the type of implant we use. We have partnered with dental technology company called DIOnavi to provide our patients with an implant that provides the most comfort and the fastest turn around. With our collaboration with DIOnavi our patients are able to start their treatment when they receive their consultation.

The entire implant process includes an initial consultation where our team will answer any and all questions you or a loved one have about the implants. At that same appointment, we can take a scan to begin creating the digital impression for implants or we can schedule a separate visit for the scan. The subsequent appointment will be the appointment to place the implant. Expect to have a post operation visit a week or two after the implant is placed. During the post operation visit, we will scan the healing abutment for the crown. The crown will take 3-8 weeks to fabricate. Then the crown will be placed.

Our partnership with DIOnavi enables us to give our patients a premier dental experience. With the DIOnavi procedure, data is collected from the patient’s intra-oral scans. That data is then used to create a:
  • Precise, intelligence-driven procedure plan
  • Personalized procedure guide to ensure precise implant placement
  • Personalized replacement tooth (or teeth) designed to look and function like a natural tooth 

With the personalized, minimally invasive DIOnavi EcoDigital Implant Procedure, there is no surgical incision, and recovery is quick without the complications that come with an incision-based procedure. Conventional implant techniques require a surgical incision and recovery time can be slow and painful due to swelling and risk of infection.

Dental Implants are the permanent, ideal solution for tooth loss and decay. Those who favor dentures often do so for the lower cost, yet pay the price of discomfort and occasional slippage, leading to embarrassment or slurred speech. Quality dental implants that are placed by an experienced surgeon and are properly maintained have a 98% success rate to never become loose.

Additionally, Implants reinforce the jaw structure as natural teeth do. Dentures add no reinforcement to the jawbone and allow for continued deterioration. This leads to warping of the lower region of the face. Before and after photos of dental implant patients, however, often show an improvement in jaw structure.

The DIOnavi EcoDigital Implant Procedure is the clear choice for fast, comfortable tooth replacements. If you have missing teeth, permanent dental implants can be an excellent option to fill those spaces. Implants are more comfortable than dentures, partials, or bridges and can last a lifetime.

To schedule an appointment with us, please call the location nearest you: Conroe - (936) 760-3050, Galveston - (409) 740-7744, Homestead - (713) 633-1922, and Richmond - (281) 238-4454. You can also schedule an appointment at www.texasdental.group.

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A White Smile Should Also Be A Healthy Smile

9/18/2020

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You Can Get it Whiter AND Keep it Healthy
A straight and white smile is becoming more sought after than ever before.  This mindset began with the ‘Hollywood smile’, when we first started to develop an interest in mimicking the results of celebrity cosmetics.  For many at the time, the riches of these stars along with the price of cosmetic dentistry, put such procedures out of reach.  But much has changed. 

Today, the price of cosmetic dentistry, like teeth whitening and adult orthodontics have become far more affordable and accessible.  Cosmetic dentistry is now viewed as obtainable and as ‘standard’ as visiting the hairdresser or barber.
 
More of us are taking an interest in our own smile and searching for ways to improve it.  This is an extremely positive attitude.  However, while changing the appearance of our teeth sits high on many people’s wish list, it is important to remember the most important thing – the health of our smile.

​How to keep a healthy mouth
So how do we achieve a healthy smile?  The good news is that the answer is pretty simple. Healthy teeth and gums can be achieved by a good oral health routine at home and regularly visiting our dentist.

A good oral health routine only involves a few easy steps:
  • Brushing our teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste for two minutes. 
  • Cleaning in between our teeth daily with interproximal brushes or floss.
  • Using mouthwash daily.
  • Chewing sugar free gum in between meals.
  • Cutting down how much sugar we have, and how often we have it – and keeping sugar consumption to mealtimes.
  • Visiting our friendly, professional dentists as often as they recommend.

So there we have it.
By sticking to this basic routine, we can achieve that healthy mouth.  The next time we show off the results of our latest tooth whitening treatment, we can also be confident that our teeth and gums are in tip-top condition too.

To schedule an appointment with us, please call the location nearest you: Conroe - (936) 760-3050, Galveston - (409) 740-7744, Houston - (713) 633-1922, and Richmond - (281) 238-4454. You can also schedule an appointment at www.texasdental.group.

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Cleaner Air With Our New Air Scrubber A/C System

9/11/2020

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A lot of friends have asked whether it is required to purchase an air purification system for their dental practice post COVID-19. Currently, there are no mandates in place that require offices to purchase air purifiers, however, we at Texas Dental Group put the safety of our patients and staff first always. 

In dentistry, we have rigorous protocols that fight against germs and viruses. Disinfecting the office with antibacterial agents & proper disposal of medical waste has been a standard long before "social distancing" & "quarantining" became common language in American culture. 

To continue that tradition, we have implemented an air filtration system to reduce contaminants significantly! We’ve incorporated the Air Scrubber Plus A/C filtration system into all four (4) offices of the Texas Dental Group.  
What is Air Scrubber you ask? An air scrubber can be installed as part of the office’s central heating and cooling system. It uses UV light waves coupled with a catalytic process to attack germs and other particles while still in the air or on surfaces like countertops. Basically, when our system gets turned on, the air will flow through a titanium dioxide-coated plate. Once inside the plate, the particles pass through a strong UV light. This light works to break-up the makeup of particles and contaminants. Once they are disrupted, they become useless to infect the air.  

Moreover, these next-generation purifiers (known as air scrubbers) have been shown to remove more than 99% of airborne and surface contaminants, killing pathogens on contact and destroying microorganisms in the air and on surfaces. 
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Air quality in the dental practice is an important subject that deserves careful consideration for its role in creating and maintaining a safe environment for returning patients and staff. We continue to do our best in keeping our offices safe. We believe air filtration is another supplemental tool that will help keep us moving in the right direction.  

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5 Questions to Ask at Your Child’s Back-to-School Dental Visit

9/9/2020

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​School will be back in session before you know it. Whether your child will be in the classroom or learning from home, a healthy smile is still a back-to-school essential.

Some schools require a back-to-school dental exam. Still, it’s always a good time of year to schedule one of your child’s regular visits. “We can help spot and take care of any issues so your child doesn’t have to miss class once school starts,” says Dr. Kenneth Osamor of the Texas Dental Group franchise. “It’s also a great time to help get back on track if some of your child’s dental habits fell away during summer, when normal routines can go out the window and there are a lot more treats around.”
And just as this school year might be looking a bit different for your child, their back-to-school appointment will have some changes too. 

Here are a few questions to ask at your child’s appointment:

How Is My Child’s Overall Dental Health?
The dentist will be looking at the big picture of your child’s mouth, including teeth and gums. “We will check to make sure teeth are lining up correctly, your child’s bite is in good shape and to keep an eye out for any [orthodontic] issues that may show up later,” says Dr. Kenneth Osamor of the texasdental.group. “We’re also making sure baby teeth are going to the Tooth Fairy like they should.”

Will My Child Get a Cleaning Today?
This is a must, no matter how well your child brushes. “Even if your child—or you, for that matter—brushes twice a day, it’s not possible to get rid of all the bacteria that can lead to cavities,” Dr. Kenneth Osamor says. “And on the other hand, you may have a child who goes off to camp and never opens their toothbrush.”

That’s why a professional cleaning goes a long way. “It removes more of the cavity-causing bacteria and helps to keep gum tissue healthy,” he says. “It can also remove most or many stains from teeth.”

Does My Child Need an X-Ray?
X-rays help your dentist see how your child’s teeth are developing and make sure the tooth roots are healthy. They also are used to see if there is any tooth decay between your child’s teeth. “The decay process can move very, very fast, so the earlier we can catch it, the better,” Dr. Osamor says.

Your child won’t need an x-ray at every visit. “We do them only when necessary,” he says.

Can You Check My Child’s Mouthguard?
If your child plays sports year-round, make sure you bring his or her mouthguard along so your dentist can check for wear, tear and fit. “If your child is having a growth spurt, losing teeth and getting new ones, the mouthguard might need to be redone,” he says.

What Are Sealants?
Sealants can be another way to keep your child from getting cavities, but they’re no substitute for brushing and flossing. A sealant is a thin, protective coating (made from plastic or other dental materials) that your dentist can place on the chewing surfaces of your child’s permanent back teeth (called molars). Once they’re on, sealants work to keep cavity-causing bacteria and bits of food from settling into the nooks and crannies your child’s toothbrush can’t reach. This helps keep cavities from forming and tiny existing spots of decay from getting worse.

In fact, having sealants on your permanent molars reduces the risk of cavities by 80%. It’s best to get sealants as soon as your child’s permanent molars come through their gums (usually at age 6, then again at age 12). “It doesn’t hurt to put on or apply a sealant,” Dr. Osamor says. “When permanent molars start coming in, parents should ask if sealants are recommended.” Most last for years, and your child’s dentist will make sure they’re holding strong at every regular visit.

To schedule an appointment with us, please call the location nearest you: Conroe - (936) 760-3050, Galveston - (409) 740-7744, Homestead - (713) 633-1922, and Richmond - (281) 238-4454. You can also schedule an appointment at www.texasdental.group.


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Don’t Wait to get Treatment!

4/7/2020

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When it comes to getting dental treatment, many people push it off. There are many reasons why patients may push treatment off. Including insufficient funds, insecurity about the medical necessity and even going on a vacation. Although these may seem like legitimate reasons getting treatment when the issue is diagnosed is important as to not incur further decay.

Diagnosis of Decay

Dentist can detect tooth decay by:
  • Locating teeth with pain and sensitivity
  • Evaluating your mouth and teeth
  • Checking for soft areas on your teeth with dental probes
  • Examining dental X-rays

Decay is an Active Process

The biggest reason we recommend patients get treatment as soon as decay is diagnosed is because decay is an active process. When someone is diagnosed with any varying degree of decay, overtime the decay will worsen. Although preventative measures like bushing and flossing twice a day is important and can help prevent against decay. Getting semi annual check ups are important.


Treatment

Regular checkups help identify cavities and other dental conditions before they cause troubling symptoms and lead to more-serious problems. The sooner you seek care, the better your chances are of reversing the earliest stages of tooth decay and preventing its progression. If a cavity is treated before it starts causing pain, you probably won't need extensive treatment.


There are three different types of cavities and they are treated using the following methods:
  • Fluoride treatments. In the very early stages, a fluoride treatment may help restore your tooth's enamel and can sometimes reverse a cavity. Professional fluoride treatments contain more fluoride than the amount found in tap water, toothpaste and mouth rinses.
  • Fillings. Fillings are a good treatment method option when decay has progressed beyond the earliest stage. Fillings are made of various materials, such as tooth-colored composite resins.
  • Crowns. For extensive decay or weakened teeth, you may need a crown. A crown is a custom-fitted covering that replaces your tooth's entire natural crown. Crowns may be made of stainless steel, gold, high strength porcelain, resin, porcelain fused to metal or other materials.
  • Root canals. When decay reaches the inner material of your tooth, you may need a root canal. This is a treatment to repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it. The diseased tooth pulp is removed. Medication is sometimes put into the root canal to clear any infection. Then the pulp is replaced with a filling.
  • Tooth extractions. Some teeth become so severely decayed that they can't be restored and must be removed. Having a tooth pulled can leave a gap that allows your other teeth to shift. It is highly recommended to get a bridge or a dental implant to replace the missing tooth.

Delayed Treatment

Although getting treatment may seem like not a pressing issue, it should be. Seeing immediate treatment of decaying teeth, will allow many you to preserve the integrity of your existing teeth. If you're experiencing pain or sensitivity in your teeth, make an appointment with us as soon as possible, we also accept walk-ins an up to an hour and a half prior to us closing.


Treatment During This Time

Getting treatment during this time with the coronavirus, should still be a priority. If you are experiencing pain or discomfort you should call your local Texas Dental Group location to try to be seen. Houston: 713-633-1922; Galveston: 409-740-7744; Conroe: 936-760-3050; Richmond: 281-238-4454. Fillings, crowns, root canals, and tooth extractions among the treatments that would be considered emergency dental care.
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We Now Offer Virtual Visits!

4/1/2020

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What is a Virtual Visit?

A Virtual Visit is a virtual consultation using a broad variety of technologies and tactics to deliver virtual medical, health, and education services, and can be applied to specific health care disciplines, such as dentistry.

Virtual Visits can include patient care and education delivery using, but not limited to, the following modalities:
  • Live video (synchronous): Live, two-way interaction between patient and provider using audiovisual telecommunications technology.
  • Store-and-forward (asynchronous): Transmission of recorded health information through a secure electronic communications system to a practitioner, who uses the information to evaluate a patient’s condition or render a service outside of a real-time or live interaction.
  • Remote patient monitoring (RPM): Personal health and medical data collection from an individual in one location via electronic communication technologies, which is transmitted to a provider in a different location for use in care and related support of care.
  • Mobile health (mHealth): Health care and public health practice and education supported by mobile communication devices such as cell phones, tablet computers, and personal digital assistants (PDA).

​How to make an appointment:
Step 1: Call office or request an appointment at www.texasdental.group
Step 2: Patient sends office intraoral photos and or 7 second video displaying the need for the emergency
Step 3: Brief video conferencing with patient where necessary
Step 4: Final treatment plan provided, explained and scheduled
Step 5: Happy satisfied patient with maximum efficiency
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What You Need to Know About Being Seen During this Time

3/26/2020

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Although the City of Houston is under a Stay-at-Home order, all Texas Dental Group locations are still open to treat patients in urgent need of dental care. For the safety of our staff and our remaining patients, we will not be accepting any walk-ins at this time. All appointments will be scheduled in advance, and in many cases virtual appointments will be made. In order to make an appointment during this time, a patient should call their local office and schedule an appointment. Houston - (713) 633-1922 Conroe - (936) 760-3050 Richmond - (281) 238-4454 Galveston - (409) 740-7744. To have a better Idea on what types of symptoms would make it necessary for you to be seen, please look at this flyer from the American Dental Association. Any type of pain or discomfort is a dental emergency. Please call with any questions or concerns. 
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Why FastBracesBy Dr. O

3/5/2020

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Going to the dentist can be a challenge, and for many, wearing braces can be intimidating. While braces are meant to straighten your teeth, they actually have a number of other benefits. Here are a list of benefits for braces:
  1. Braces Help with Digestion: Teeth are a really important part of digestion. If your teeth aren’t straight, your food isn’t able to be broken down into small food particles and your stomach will have to work harder to digest larger particles of food. This can sometimes cause constipation or diarrhea. The better you can break down your food before swallowing, the more nutrients your body will be able to extract from the foods you eat. Fast braces at https://www.texasdental.group/fastbracesreg.html can get your teeth straight in his little last 12 months.
  2. Braces Help with Speech Improvement: Having misaligned teeth may make it difficult to pronounce certain sounds, by constricting the airway and not allowing the tongue enough room to function properly. When your teeth are straight enunciation is easier because you are better able to sound out words. At www.texasdental.group we have helped many patients correct speech patterns through FastBraces
  3. Braces Improve your Oral Health: When the spacing of your teeth are ideal, brushing and flossing is easier. When your teeth have disproportionate spacing or overcrowding, food particles get trapped between the crevices of your teeth, sometimes for 12 to 24 hours. This can cause tooth decay, cavities, gum disease, bone erosion, etc. Because it's harder to clean the food particles that remain, this tend to cause bad breath. Schedule an appointment at www.texasdental.group.
  4. Braces Help with Self-Esteem: After using braces to straighten teeth, many people feel more confident with their smile. In some cases, people who need braces have a misaligned jaws and braces can actually help with moving your teeth into a better position and making your lips and jaw more proportionate to your face. So braces may actually make you look more attractive! Get Fastbraces at www.texasdental.group and get that beautiful smile you know you want!
 

There are many benefits to getting Fastbraces. All of which will give you something to smile about. Call us today to schedule your consultation! For the month of March, we are offering $500 off FASTBRACES.

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