Plaque naturally builds up on your teeth throughout the day as you enjoy all of your favorite foods and drinks. This clear, sticky substance is full of acid and bacteria that can lead to enamel erosion and cavities over time. There is nothing you can do to stop plaque from forming in your mouth. Fortunately, however, there are things you can do to stop it from accumulating and causing serious damage to your smile. Here are a few tips from your dentist in Carrollton that will help you maintain a healthy mouth that is free of the bad consequences of plaque.

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If there is one general rule in dentistry, it’s that healthy teeth don’t hurt. (And if there are two, it’s that flossing is key!) Back to the first — are you experiencing a toothache? If so, you should schedule an appointment with your emergency dentist in Carrollton right away. Doing so will help to keep that minor/moderate ache from becoming a more significant issue.

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Having a beautiful smile is all about the appearance of the teeth in the front of the mouth. It’s not uncommon to have a gap between the top two — but we know it’s still something you would probably like to fix. Fortunately, your options in cosmetic dentistry are better than ever before. In this week’s blog, we present three methods for fixing that gap: direct bonding, dental veneers, and Invisalign in Carrollton.

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Whether you’re four years old, 14 years old, or 40 years old, you’ll need to practice proper oral care if you want your teeth to last. This is not a difficult task to accomplish though, according to your dentist in Carrollton. By staying diligent and having the right tools at your disposal, your entire family can fight back against dental plaque and bacteria that just loves to eat the foods you eat, converting them into acid.

Every at-home oral health routine can be separated into three basic categories: brushing, flossing, and diet. Once you’ve got these habits perfected, your dentist will be proud to say you are free of any and all dental disease and cavities.

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It’s easy to forget which dental care products we’ve purchased over the years. It’s even easier to take the bags of complimentary goodies our dentist in Carrollton gave us after our recent dental visit and toss them in the bathroom closet for safekeeping. Since spring is around the corner, you just might have discovered these products hiding in the deep pockets of your closet or in your bathroom drawer while cleaning.

The good news is most of these products are still fine to use, but you’ll need to keep a few tips in mind before you do. Your dentist hates wasting perfectly good dental products, but he also wants to make sure you’re still protecting yourself.

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