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A Shocking Trip to the Dentist Everyday I wake up, immediately spring out of bed, and head straight into the bathroom. My goal: avoid cavities at all costs. With one eye open, I twist the cap off the organic toothpaste I got at Whole Foods and squeeze it onto my toothbrush. I brush for 5 … Continued
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If you live in Texas, it isn’t a shock that you spend time in a swimming pool several days per week. I think, if we could, most of us would work from the pool during these steamy summer months. But, did you know if you spend 6 or more hours per week in a swimming … Continued
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Have you ever noticed that many people born before the 1980’s have greyish stained teeth? Chances are, you have noticed this discoloration and have wondered what the cause was. Before the realization of the effects caused by Tetracycline, physicians prescribed this fix-all antibiotic to people of all ages. As a result, 3-6% of Americans are … Continued
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With the rising popularity of sedation dentistry, you have probably heard of nitrous oxide, or laughing gas. This colorless, odorless gas temporarily sedates patients while they undergo dental treatment. But what is so funny about this gas? Nitrous Oxide makes you giggle One of the main responses to nitrous oxide is a laughing effect, hence the … Continued
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According to the American College of Prosthodontists, more than 35 million Americans do not have any teeth. More surprisingly, this number is rising. The traditional remedy to complete tooth loss is a full set of dental implants, requiring 6-8 implants per arch. This process is expensive, invasive, and stressful. However, there is good news for … Continued
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Somewhere along the line, we have all been told to choose organic fruits and vegetables at the grocery store. These fruits and vegetables are grown without the use of pesticides and other chemicals, making them preferable for our digestive systems. While considerable research has been conducted to support this argument for your overall health, … Continued
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According to the Houston Airport System, over 43 million passengers went through the George Bush Intercontinental Airport in 2015. Whether you’re flying across Texas, the country, or the world, flights can be long. Even at 35,000 feet in the air, you don’t have to neglect your dental health. Here are 5 items you should … Continued
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Dental fillings are used to treat cavities and dental bonding is a common way to provide fillings. The dentist cleans out the decay in the tooth and then fills it with a composite resin that is hardened with a special light. After shaping the filling, the dentist will buff and polish the tooth. … Continued
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The Journal of Dental Research recently published a study estimating how widespread periodontal (gum) disease is at state and local levels in the United States. In the study, southern states in the U.S. were estimated to have the highest prevalence of gum disease. Here’s what you need to know about the study and how … Continued
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Here at Greenspoint Dental, we offer many different types of cosmetic dentistry to provide you with a smile makeover. In other words, we offer ways to improve the aesthetics of your smile. The most important thing to consider is the health of your teeth. Make sure you brush your teeth twice a day, floss once … Continued