Tooth loss isn’t just a problem for older adults—accidents, trauma, or medical conditions can leave individuals in their 30s and 40s facing this challenge. While dentures may seem like an extreme solution for younger adults, they can be a practical and effective choice. Whether due to sports injuries, car accidents, or severe infections, the Plano…
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Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no natural teeth. Many men and women with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s problematic to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive…
Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think
Think you don’t have time to perfect your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at The Plano Dentist can restore missing…
Cavity Fighting Chewing Gum?
I’m Isabella Mejia DMD of The Plano Dentist in Plano. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in birch…
A Noteworthy Dental Experience
When Dr. J. Cruz walks into the room, you typically feel the atmosphere kick up a notch. Here at The Plano Dentist, we see patients for anything from fillings to cosmetic dentistry to cleaning requests. Having your teeth cleaned can be just as important as addressing cavities and taking care of cosmetic dentistry needs. Dr.…
Chipped or Discolored Tooth? Dental Bonding May Be The Best Fix
An urgent care dentist’s toolkit is filled with useful treatments for fixing all types of tooth issues. In the past few years, porcelain veneers and dental implants have garnered a lot of attention. In today’s post, we are going to talk about an effective, yet relatively uncelebrated dental treatment that has been used successfully for…
Dental Implants: Does Your Age Matter?
Dental implants have rightly been called one of the most significant advances in dentistry: titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw to support one or more artificial teeth. Dental implants are available at The Plano Dentist in Plano. A common concern for many patients is whether they are too old for a dental implant.…
Can a Toothache Kill You?
You should never dismiss a toothache. It is an urgent medical problem. Can a toothache kill you? The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Let’s explain. The cause of a toothache could result in a dangerous chain of events that could eventually kill you. For centuries, dental issues were a leading cause of death.…
Look As Young As You Feel By Replacing Missing Teeth
A wise person once said that everyone wants a long life, but no one wants to get old. Yet it happens. Maturity may bring certain rewards, but it can also bring challenges, such as missing teeth. At The Plano Dentist, we restore missing teeth with dental implants. Dental Implants Are The Restoration Of Choice Dental…
Why Is An Implant Better For Oral Health?
At least three million Americans have replaced a missing tooth with a dental implant, and that number grows each year. At The Plano Dentist, we are providers of these dental marvels. A dental implant is a titanium post that is implanted into your jaw. An artificial tooth goes on top of the post. Your body…
