When periodontal disease wreaks havoc on your teeth and gums, you are at risk for serious infection, loose teeth, and even tooth loss. Once a tooth is lost, there can be a domino effect of continuing tooth loss, one after the other. Why? This is a result of jawbone diminishment, and probably the only way […]
A Friday Quiz on Root Canal Procedures
Have you ever had a root canal procedure? Would you be worried if you heard from your dentist that you needed one? This restorative procedure falls under the specialty of endodontics, but root canals are actually a lot simpler and less invasive than people think. Challenge yourself to a fun Friday quiz to find out […]
Several Ways to Whiten Teeth
Teeth become dull and incur extrinsic stains as we age in the same way that skin wrinkles and hair grays. Individuals make the decision on whether or not they choose to employ cosmetic processes and procedures to stave off the physical attributes of aging. With your teeth, whitening multiple shades can make you, in fact, […]
Are You Long in the Tooth?
You may have heard someone say, “That person is long in the tooth.” Some use it to describe a person who they believe is old. The phrase sounds odd. In mature adulthood, our teeth do not continue to grow as we age. It would make more sense to say, “That person is gray in the […]
Undeniable Gum Disease Facts
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released information at one point in time stating that one out of every two Americans over age 30 has some form of periodontal disease. This means that roughly 47% adults in the United States falls somewhere in the range between gingivitis (early gum disease) and periodontitis (advanced gum disease). […]
Used Band Instruments Detrimental to Dental Health?
Band instruments (particularly used brass and woodwind instruments) may contain heavy amounts of bacteria which could be dangerous to your dental and overall health. According to research published in the March/April 2011 issue of General Dentistry, upwards of 440 various bacteria, 58 types of mold, and 19 strains of yeast were found on 13 different used musical […]
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Teeth Whitening Options: What’s the Best
What is an ideal smile? Generally, a healthy grin will include bright white teeth. Most children and young adults achieve this goal naturally. As we age, our teeth start to discolor and dull from food stains and natural processes. Many people choose to bring their bright smile back through teeth whitening methods. The only problem […]
A Free Movie For The Family
The City of Garland offers free movies throughout the year at the Plaza Theatre, providing a wonderful way to spend an afternoon or an evening. If you purchase concessions, the proceeds go towards the Good Samaritans of Garland. Dr. Vi Mai and her staff of dental professionals are caring members of the Garland community, and […]
Explaining the Basics of Bruxism
Simply put, the term bruxism defines grinding your teeth. Usually occurring when someone is sleeping, the force combined with the motion of rubbing your teeth together for extended periods of time can lead to your molars getting worn and damaged, and a host of unpleasant symptoms such as jaw pain and headaches. Severe bruxism can […]
How Much of a Solution Are Dental Implants?
Like life, your dental health care is about choices. For instance, if you lose one or more teeth, you have a choice whether to replace them or not (though considering the outcome of unresolved tooth loss, the choice should be a simple one). Like most choices, however, the right solution is rarely a one-sits-fits-all option, […]
