How much attention do you pay to your toddler’s teeth? Do you give them a quick glance during the obligatory morning and evening tooth brushings? Or do you pay close attention to their condition? Do you even know what you’re looking for? It’s tough to spot problems...
In a majority sense, we try to keep our teeth healthy and in our mouths as long as possible. Of course, there are some instances when it’s best to extract some teeth. Wisdom teeth in particular tend to be pretty commonly extracted. Just because it’s frequent doesn’t...
It’s pretty normal for people to feel uncomfortable about going to the dentist. For some people, however, the way they feel goes way beyond simple discomfort. Some people experience serious dental anxiety or even have a dental phobia. That may sound like two different...
Do you feel anxious about seeing the dentist? If you yourself don’t, odds are you know someone who does. Dental anxiety is a fairly common phenomenon, one that can easily discourage people from attending their regular dental appointments. But what causes dental...
Have you heard of laser dentistry before? It’s one of the technological advancements that dentistry has experienced over the years. Here at South Temple Dental, we use laser dentistry for a few different purposes. Specifically, we use the EPIC laser created by...
As humans, we only get two sets of teeth in our life. Both sets have their role to play and are important to take care of. One of the things that some people do to take care of their teeth is to wear a mouth guard at night to protect the teeth from the forces exerted...
You know that brushing your teeth is an important part of helping them stay clean and healthy. Do you know how to do it correctly though? It isn’t enough to just brush your teeth twice a day and call it good. You need to do it correctly in order to enjoy the benefits...
When was your last regular dentist appointment? Was it six months ago or sooner? Or are you one of the people who, for one reason or another, has a hard time making it in to see a dentist on a regular basis? If so, you’re in good company. There are lots of people who...
Have you ever wondered what’s with all the tools your dental hygienist is sticking in your mouth? You’ve probably felt some of them. The scraping sounds, the touch of cool metal, and the occasional poke at your gums doesn’t tell you as much as seeing them does though....
So, you learned from your dentist that he or she recommends that you get a root canal done. Sounds a little scary, right? Well, you don’t have to be intimidated. Continue reading to learn more about what a root canal is and what to expect during your procedure. What...
