The average person enjoys eating a banana and promptly throws away the peel because without the fruit, the peel is essentially useless. However, this common misconception is actually very untrue. In fact, banana peels provide a number of benefits for everyday use. Dr. Vi Truong-Mai, your Garland, TX dentist, provides this fun and informative article […]
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A recent Kelton Research study revealed that people with beautiful smiles are considered both more attractive and successful. A smile free of common dental issues, such as teeth stains or misalignment, can help make a great first impression and boost your confidence. In order to transform smiles, your Garland dentist, Dr. Vi Truong-Mai, offers cosmetic […]
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Before anyone undergoes orthodontic treatment, a dentist must evaluate the state of your mouth. During this examination, the doctor is able to determine your misalignment issues and what type of bite (or malocclusion) you have. In fact, the severity of the bite is oftentimes the cause of crooked teeth. In the following article, Dr. Vi […]
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If you have a brand-new baby at-home, take care to read this article—it covers the topic of baby bottle tooth decay. Your Garland, TX general dentist, Dr. Vi Truong-Mai explains what baby bottle tooth decay is and how to prevent the ailment from happening to your little one. What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Baby […]
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The pacifier is sometimes considered a savior for mothers. Using a pacifier can miraculously calm a baby, lull them to sleep, or just keep them busy for a little while. Yet, as handy a pacifier is, some drawbacks do exist from frequently using one. To explain both the positives and the negatives of using a […]
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Did you know that kids can wear partial dentures if they have endured premature tooth loss? In fact, many dentists recommend using childhood partials to ensure the child’s adult teeth come in properly. Dr. Vi Truong-Mai, your Garland, TX dentist talks about partial dentures for kids. Tooth Loss Amongst Children Losing baby teeth is a […]
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Once a patient has reached adulthood, correcting smiles seems to take more importance. After all, a nice-looking smile projects a sense of friendliness, approachability, and trustworthiness. While braces do produce successful results, the process takes awhile; plus, not many people wish to wear braces as adults. If the alignment issue is rather minor, though, tooth […]
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Gum contouring (or crown lengthening) has become a very popular procedure to correct smiles with an uneven gum to enamel ratio—also called a gummy smile. To ensure her patients have a successful recovery after a gum contouring procedure, your Garland, TX dentist, Dr. Vi Truong-Mai, shares the following aftercare instructions. What to Do Post-Procedure Take […]
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For patients who have endured tooth loss, finding a tooth replacement method is key in order to stave off oral issues later on. One of the most popular and secure methods is to have a dental implant placed at the sight of the missing tooth (or teeth). To help her patients learn the facts about […]
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Do you wear partial dentures? If you do, then you may have some experience—or already have established—a nightly cleaning routine. Cleaning partials each is night is essential to maintaining sound oral health. To remind her patients of the proper cleaning procedure, Dr. Vi Truong-Mai, your Garland, TX dentist, provides the following post. Use These Instructions […]
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