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As we take the time to give thanks for what we have and the people we have in our lives, let’s not forget the small guys in our mouth. Without our teeth, we wouldn’t be able to enjoy Grandma’s turkey or Mom’s macaroni. We wouldn’t even be able to talk the way we do. Today, we change that. Here are 4 reasons to be thankful for your teeth this Thanksgiving. A Pulled-Out Tooth Can Be Re-planted Immediately While extremely situational, permanent teeth that have been completely pulled out can be re-implanted straight away. However, there are a few caveats. For…

Many children are soothed and calmed by the means of a pacifier. Sucking on a pacifier is a natural and normal thing for a child as it is a part of their reflexes learned by the instinct of breastfeeding. Sucking on pacifiers, as well as other items, such as their thumbs, fingers, and random objects helps them to feel secure and content. Many children use the reflex of sucking as a security blanket as they go about learning and exploring the world. This act helps to relax them and can also help them fall asleep. In fact, the American Academy…

Over the last decade, as technology has quickly progressed, fortunately so has healthcare technology. In the field of dentistry, the advancement in technology has meant longer lasting, more efficient, and more comfortable treatments for patients. One of those treatments that has made the most beneficial advancements is dental fillings. Dental fillings are one of the most common procedures amongst dentists, and typically a procedure that almost every person goes through at least once. In which case, it is a great thing that they have come so far. Here at Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, we are happy to tell you that…

Sleep apnea is a chronic condition that causes one’s breathing to stop at various times throughout their sleep cycles. Suffering from sleep apnea is often extremely disruptive and quite scary to those with it as well as their family or people sleeping near them. According to the National Sleep Foundation, this condition affects about 18 million people in the United States. Sleep apnea leaves its sufferers constantly tired and lethargic. When left untreated, sleep apnea can have a detrimental effect on one’s physical and mental health. The different types of sleep apnea There are two different types of sleep apnea,…

Those who have suffered from jaw pain know that it can have a strong, negative effect on the way you live your life and go about your daily activities. If you are suffering or has suffered from jaw pain, then you may be wondering about the causes of it. There are many nerve endings connected to the jaw, so the pain can be triggered by various activities like brushing your teeth, eating, or chewing gum. If you have been experiencing reoccurring jaw pain, you should see your dentist as soon as you can. You may discover that the cause of…

As the weather is changing here in Texas, so is the new sport’s season coming upon us. It’s spring, and before you know it, it is going to be summer, and this turning of the season means warmer weather and more kid’s activities, such as sports. When a new sport’s season comes around, that entails that it is time to run errands and pick up all of your child’s necessary sports equipment. And what is one of the most important pieces of “equipment” that you should have on your pick-up list? A sports mouth guard. Some people find that a…

If you have been experiencing a toothache, especially one that is ongoing, you may be wondering what could be the cause? Toothaches are not only painful but extremely frustrating as well, we use our mouths quite a lot throughout the day. Not only can toothaches cause long-standing pain and sensitivity in your mouth, but the pain can even start to spread to your whole head; and in the long run, if the pain endures long enough, these toothaches can result in migraines and nausea. If you are suffering from a toothache, not only do you need to understand why, but…

It is quite possible that you have heard before that lemons or other citrus fruits are bad for your teeth. And you may be wondering, could this be true? And if so, why? Many people love to enjoy their ice-cold water, with a wedge of lemon, as most of us have only heard wonderful things about the benefits. From digestion aid, nutritional benefits, immune system boosts, antioxidant activities, inflammation reduction, curbing of hunger cravings, breath freshening, toxin flushing, mucus reduction, alkalinity balance, anti-bacterial properties, to reduction in joint pain, there are a TON of benefits of adding some fresh lemon…

Chipping a tooth can naturally lead some people into a panic, but not to worry, first things first, you should schedule an appointment with your nearby by Irving dentist. But for now, keep reading and we will answer your questions as to what to do next. Depending on how bad the chip is and the way it occurred, we’ll usually determine whether any pain is felt. Typically, the chip itself will be responsible for pain if it is large enough to expose the inner nerves of the tooth. However, as a symptom of a chipped tooth, you may notice increased…

Chances are you’ve seen pictures on the internet of people ‘whitening’ their teeth with activated charcoal - or smearing something black as night on their pearly whites in order to make them…whiter? While this may seem like just another crazy trend or hoax, the truth of the matter is that it works. According to dental experts, brushing your teeth with activated charcoal is a natural way to get rid of unsightly surface stains caused by wine, coffee, tea, and other environmental factors. This is a safe alternative to many other teeth whitening options out there, you just have to be…