Did you know that teeth are made up of multiple kinds of tissue? They’re not the same throughout. The outermost layer is composed of a material called enamel, and this is even stronger than bone. But even through it is strong, you can still damage a tooth through injury or tooth decay. And when you […]
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Break A Tooth? Don’t Leave It Be
You are only given one adult set of teeth to last you your entire lifetime. That means that you need to do everything you can to keep them safe. But even if you are taking the time for your brushing and flossing, and you always come in for your checkups, you can still experience dental […]
Be There For Your Teeth
It takes some work to have a quality smile for your entire lifetime. You need to perform your at-home hygiene routine, brushing twice each day for a full two minutes; flossing is essential, too. But if that’s all you’re doing, then you’re not doing enough. You need to see your dentist at least two times […]
Lose A Filling? Crack A Tooth?
It takes effort to keep a safe and strong smile. You need to brush it twice each day, taking a full two minutes to do it every time, and not only that, but you also need to floss to get the spaces in between, as well. But even with all of that dedication, you can […]
Moving Past Dental Damage
Your smile is meant to last you your entire lifetime. Unfortunately, things do happen, and when they do, it’s time to tell your dentist about it. You see, your teeth are made up of a few different forms of tissue, and enamel is there to block out bacteria. Losing the natural protection of your enamel […]
Stopping Cavities With A Dental Filling
When you have a cavity, such as one from eating too much Halloween candy, this can lead to decay and toothaches. Don’t ignore the sudden pain in your tooth, see our team for an exam and treatment. In today’s blog, your Garland, TX, dentist talks about how we can stop cavities with a lifelike dental […]
How We Save Smiles With Tooth Extraction
When a tooth is damaged or infected beyond the ability to be treated with a restoration, or if you have wisdom teeth soon to erupt, then you need a tooth extraction. Our team can safely and gently remove teeth to protect your smile. In today’s blog, your Garland, TX, dentist talks about tooth extraction. […]
How Our Custom Crowns Repair Your Teeth
When you have a tooth that has been injured and chipped, or one that aches due to a severe cavity, we could offer relief with a crown. In fact, this custom restoration can also be made from lifelike materials. In today’s blog, your Garland, TX, dentist talks about how we repair and restore teeth with […]
Fillings Restore Your Teeth After Cavities
Dental decay is one of the most common problems that patients face. It is estimated that every adult in the US has had at least one cavity in their life. Although this is a common problem, you should not ignore a cavity if you have one. Dental fillings can help restore your tooth after decay […]
Understanding Your Crown Options
In our last blog, we discussed what happens if a tooth needs to be removed. This may be done in cases of severe damage or impact. When damage to the area is less severe, restorations may be done first to save the area. Mai Dental Care in Garland, TX, offers caps to save the structure […]
