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Periodontal Disease | Don’t Wait Until it Hurts
Periodontal disease is an infection that affects your teeth’s supporting bone and tissues. Gum disease is another name for this condition. Your gum tissues are able to support each of your teeth when they are healthy. Your gums will pull away from your teeth if you have periodontal disease (gum disease), and they may become…
Read MoreCustom Nightguards | Unnecessary Expense Or Worthy Investment?
When left untreated bruxism can lead to loose teeth, insomnia, headaches, frequent toothaches, cracked teeth and earaches. If you’re one of the 10% of American adults who is affected by teeth grinding or bruxism then it’s time to talk to your dentist about treatment plans. When left untreated, teeth grinding can lead to one or…
Read MoreOver the Counter Nightguards | Cost-Effective or Just Low Cost?
The ADA attributes Bruxisum to causes including but not limited to stress, an abnormal bite or sleeping disorders. Bruxism In America Many American Adults Are Suffering From the Effects of Teeth Grinding. Teeth grinding or bruxism affects as much as 10% of American adults according to the American Sleep Association. And though there is a…
Read MoreLiving with Sensitive Teeth | Why You’re In Pain and What You Can Do to Strengthen Your Pearly Whites
When microscopic holes in the dentin appear, pain can be triggered by certain drinks and foods. Having sensitive teeth can really affect your day and the way you are able to enjoy life. And if you’re experiencing tooth tingling or pain when you eat hot or cold foods or sweets you may be one of…
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Your Tooth Has to Go | Maintaining a Happy, Healthy Mouth Post-Surgery
In our post, “The Impact of Wisdom Teeth | What They’re For and When They Need to Come Out” we shared some insight into the misconceptions surrounding wisdom teeth and wisdom tooth extraction. But what happens when you do need oral surgery? Here are a few things you might expect following a tooth extraction. Please…
Read MoreThe Impact of Wisdom Teeth | What They’re for and When It’s Time to Have Them Checked out
When it comes to wisdom teeth there are two groups of people — those who are ready to have them out as soon as they begin making an appearance and those who are ready to hang onto them for dear life. But as with all things, wisdom teeth vary from person to person as do…
Read MoreWelcome to Our New Website!
Lake Cities Dental in Southlake, Texas is an award-winning family dental practice and preferred provider. We’re dedicated to providing the very best in dental and orthodontic services to the insured as well as uninsured, and our new website is no exception. From easy navigation to valuable information, we created our new website with you, the patient,…
Read MoreYou Are What you Eat | Eating and Drinking for Your Tooth Enamel
Skip the sugar. Help prevent tooth decay. When it comes to food and drink, we oftentimes consider how what we consume will affect our stomach, waistlines and even heart before we think twice about our teeth and gums. However, what we put in our mouths matters, and sadly, some of the things we enjoy most…
Read MoreDiagnosing TMD
In our last post, “The Trouble with TMJ”, we discussed a few of the symptoms and potential causes of Upon receiving a positive diagnosis, your dentist will be able to provide you with a personal treatment plan. temporomandibular disorders or TMD. Yet, how are TMDs diagnosed and what treatment options are available for those who…
Read MoreThe Trouble with TMJ
Have you ever met someone who claimed to have TMJ? What he or she may not have realized is that not only did they have TMJ, but everyone else does too! TMD is the New TMJ Have you ever met someone who claimed to have TMJ? What he or she may not have realized is…
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