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Our dental staff at Cosmetic & Family Dentistry of Las Colinas has helped many people understand why their tooth feels sensitive to touch, brush, or when exposed to hot or cold drinks and food. Initially, when your tooth feels sensitive, the first instinct is to avoid the culprit. Now, this is fine, because sometimes it could just be one thing because it is common for hot and cold foods to trigger tooth sensitivity. However, if you have pain along with other symptoms such as loose teeth, swollen gums or pain while chewing, then you may have extremely sensitive teeth caused…

A toothbrush is one of those things that you never leave for a trip without, right? Why is that when you leave for a trip, you will stop by a gas station or convenience store to purchase one? Well, for most people, brushing their teeth has become a habit. So, what should you know about your toothbrush? Everything! Okay, we joke. At Cosmetic Family & Dentistry of Las Colinas in Irving, Texas, we understand the relationship you have with your toothbrush. Not only does your toothbrush clean your teeth, it also needs to be cleaned. Here are some great tips:…

At Cosmetic & Family Dentistry of Las Colinas in Irving, Texas, we understand the importance of dental hygiene. The rule that has been followed is that you should get your teeth cleaned bi-annually. Professional dental cleaning removes bacteria that cause plaques similar to the way you clean your mouth every time you brush your teeth. However, there is only so much a traditional way of cleaning your teeth can cleanse your mouth free of harmful, plaque forming bacteria. The trend for dental cleanings in the United States is every six months. Why? The main reason is insurance. On the other…

At Cosmetic & Family Dentistry of Las Colinas in Irving, Texas, we know that having your teeth removed for any reason can be scary. Wisdom tooth extraction is a common procedure many adults have to go through. Usually, wisdom teeth appear in about 90% of the population. However, the most pertinent fact about them is to ignore them and allow them to grow and remain. Way back in the day, humans had larger, stronger jaws, and wisdom teeth helped with chewing coarse foods such as raw meat and plants. Also, our ancestors tended to lose teeth at much younger ages,…

Are you in the market because you want that perfect smile? Look no further, at Cosmetic & Family Dentistry of Las Colinas in Irving, Texas we offer a great variety of dentures customized to your smiling needs. We are sure many of you have a lot of questions as to what exactly are dentures. Are they real teeth? Do they stain? Will there be any long-term side effects? Rest assured, dentures behave just like your own natural teeth. Basically, dentures are removable “fake” teeth that can replace missing teeth and help restore your smile. Regardless of the cause of the…

Having that perfect smile is not something unimaginable, infeasible, or even expensive! Now it is possible to even get that perfect smile without missing a perfect Kodak moment with clear braces. Clear braces are discrete and also resistant to discoloration and staining that traditional braces can cause on our teeth. In the modern world, it can be difficult to make time for monthly dental visits or the upkeep of braces, so clear braces will save you that hassle. Also, clear braces have been shown to work about 6 months faster than traditional braces. Whereas most traditional or wired braces require…

Root canal therapy is a fairly common endodontic procedure performed by Dr. Naik at Cosmetic and Family Dentistry of Las Colinas in Irving, Texas. An interesting fact about endodontic treatment is that the term is Greek, end means inside and odont means tooth. The root canal therapy involves fixing any form of tooth, jaw, or neck pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, tenderness to touch or chewing, discoloration of the tooth, swelling, drainage and tenderness in the lymph nodes, or any nearby bone and gum tissues. At times your orthodontist may diagnose you without these symptoms being present, requiring…

Root canals at Cosmetic & Family Dentistry of Las Colinas in Irving, Texas is a procedure done every day, without any pain, relieving discomfort. The procedure is completed by dental professionals who believe in staying up to date with all the latest technologies and procedures. The staff continuously participates in endodontic education via courses, conferences, and also reading all the latest literature. We follow all rules and regulations as per the American Dental Association (ADA) and the United States laws. The root canal procedure is performed to repair a part of your tooth to save the natural tooth for efficient…

The foods and drinks we put into our body have more of an impact on our health and overall happiness than many people realize. We’ve all been told from an early age to steer clear of candy and super sugary foods, as they can be detrimental to our oral health, but did you know there are a handful of other foods that do more harm than good? It seems there is always a new food trend - whether it be something good for you, or something harmful - making it difficult to keep up with what, exactly, we should be…

Many people think that brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing after every meal is enough to maintain perfect dental health. They do not feel that an annual dental cleaning at their dentist’s is important to ensure that they have healthy gums and teeth. It is no surprise then that more than 80% of Americans have some sort of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease ranges from gum inflammation to damaging infections that affect the soft tissue and the bone supporting your teeth. The bacteria that live in our mouth and causes plaque mostly cause it. Regular brushing and flossing get…