Category: Dental Information

As we mentioned in Monday’s blog, choices between toothpastes is not always easy. One of the most difficult aspects of the selection process is the presence of several different options for specialty treatment from your toothpaste. Here at the Lakeway Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry we’ve taken a look at some of the most […]

When it comes to choosing toothpaste, the decision isn’t always easy. Most stores carry several different brands and types of toothpastes, and to the average consumer these choices can be overwhelming. Many grocery shoppers elect to choose one at random or simply the cheapest choice. However, there are many reasons why picking the proper toothpaste […]

Losing a permanent tooth can be one of the most unfortunate accidents that can occur to a dentist’s patient. Unlike baby teeth or a fractured bone, adult tooth loss (also called tooth avulsion) is permanent. Your body cannot create new teeth after your permanent teeth come in. Though there are treatments such as dental implants […]

It can be an exciting time for parents when their child comes up and tells them that they have their first loose tooth. Simultaneously, it can be a very nerve-racking experience for first-time parents who are not sure what to do about it. There are several pieces of information and tips for parents that can […]

Has it been a little too long since you’ve seen your dentist? Maybe you missed your last one or two (or six) biannual dental exams and the thought of going back now seems embarrassing. You’re not the only one, but that doesn’t mean that you can let your oral health slide. If you’re experiencing any […]

You constantly use your teeth to bite and chew delicious food without thinking about it. Even though you might not think about your teeth and how they work, beneath the surface they are made up of many different parts, each with a unique function. To help you learn more about your teeth that help you […]

If you are someone who visits your dentist twice a year, brushes twice a day and flosses daily, you might not think you need to make a trip to the dentist unless it’s for your dental checkup. Even if you are disciplined when it comes to your oral health care, but especially if you aren’t, […]

It’s heartbreaking if your loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, and it makes you want to do everything you can to prevent getting the disease yourself. One way you can lessen your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease is to focus on taking care of your oral health. Studies have shown that gum disease is associated with […]

Every time you taste ice cream, chomp down on a sugary dessert, or savor soup, do you do you get shooting teeth pain? If you do, it probably means you have sensitive teeth. You feel teeth pain when you eat something sweet, hot or cold because your teeth have exposed nerves, also known as dentin. […]

If you are a cheese lover, we’ve found one more reason for you to indulge in your favorite snack. Research shows that cheese might help prevent cavities and doesn’t have any harmful effects on your teeth like mouthwash can. Cheese has a high mineral content and is loaded with calcium, phosphorous and protein, which all […]