If you keep dwelling on those problems with your smile that make you self-conscious, and never look into what can be done to address them, you can find yourself trapped in a state of unhappiness. When people look into the potential benefits of cosmetic dental work, they can be impressed at how little work might stand between them, and their ideal smile. At our Bellaire, TX dental practice, we can talk to you about the services that we can use to help you feel better about the way you look. Because our practice provides dental work as well as orthodontic treatment, we can also help you if your cosmetic concerns are connected to the alignment of your teeth. (more…)
3 Questions You Might Want To Ask About Clear Aligners
While many people still expect orthodontic treatment to involve metal braces, plenty of patients have already discovered how clear aligners can offer a great alternative to these appliances. At our Bellaire, TX dental practice, we can use clear aligners to help patients who are eager to correct problems with their dental alignment, but uncertain about having metal braces. Are you someone who has considered using clear aligners? If you are, you should know that these appliances offer more than just a discreet treatment – they are also easy to remove, so they will not intrude on your daily life. We can answer any questions you have about clear aligners, or about orthodontic work in general, so you can move forward with a smile adjustment with more confidence. (more…)
How Advanced Technology Lets Us Design Your Crown In-House
If you have to undergo treatment for a cavity, or another oral health care problem that requires restorative dental care, it can be a relief to reach the end of your work. Because our Bellaire, TX dental practice relies on modern technology to produce high-quality restorations, you can look forward to having your work completed in less time than you might think possible! We use CAD/CAM technology to digitally design and produce dental crowns that will be used to restore our patients’ teeth. These restorations are carefully crafted to provide a custom fit, and they are able to expertly mimic healthy tooth structure. As impressive as these modern dental crowns are for their appearance, they can also be counted on to provide great functional support! (more…)
Take Part In The Christmas In July 5K On July 6!
On Saturday, July 6, you can enjoy a head start on holiday cheer by taking part in the Christmas In July 5K! The race will send runners through the downtown Houston area, starting at Sable Gate Winery. While adults are encouraged to join in the 5K race, your kids can enjoy a special 1K fun run! The Christmas In July 5K is being held to raise funds for the Salvation Army Of The Greater Houston Area. When you run, you burn calories and help your heart health. Just as running is a great cardiovascular activity, brushing and flossing are valuable oral health practices. If you want to make sure your current at-home oral care routine is effective, you can set up your next routine dental exam at our Bellaire, TX dental office! (more…)
Our Preventive Services Include Support For Your Gum Health
You receive more than just protection for your teeth when you stay consistent with preventive dental exams. At our Bellaire, TX dental office, we recognize the importance of keeping your periodontal tissues healthy. Without proper care, gum disease can become a big problem, and difficult to treat if an infection progresses to a more advanced stage. The routine services we provide can help you keep your gum line free of harmful plaque and tartar, which will reduce your risk for developing gingivitis. If you already show signs of periodontal trouble, we can perform a scaling and root planing to direct attention to the area below your gum line, where bacteria can create issues for you. (more…)
Addressing All Of Your Needs When You Have A Cavity
Having access to restorative dental care you can count on will be important if you have an issue with tooth decay. After all, a cavity can do significant damage to your oral health, and cause increasing issues when bacteria are able to access the interior of your tooth. At our Bellaire, TX dental practice, we can make sure that the restorative dental treatment you receive completely addresses your needs. That means making sure the threat of decay is neutralized, and damaged material is removed from your tooth. It also means making sure your smile is taken care of with the right restoration. We provide lifelike dental fillings and dental crowns for our patients during treatment. With our in-house technology, we can even provide a dental crown in as little as one appointment. (more…)
Options For Correcting Noticeable Smile Gaps And Overlaps
The gaps and overlaps present in your smile because of poor dental alignment can have a frustrating effect on your appearance. You can talk to your Bellaire, TX dentist to learn what your options are for correcting this sort of problem. When you do, you can find that several procedures have proven effective at improving this problem, and not every patient has turned to orthodontic work to address their problems with poor alignment. You can find out if you can rely on cosmetic dental work to hide gaps and overlaps, or if you would be better served moving teeth that are out place. With the appropriate procedure performed, you can look forward to showing off amazing smile improvements! (more…)
How Can I Tell If My Child Will Need Orthodontic Work?
Orthodontic work is often needed to help correct the alignment of a child’s teeth. While it may be common for kids to exhibit gaps and overlaps in their developing smile, you may be unsure whether your child might need an adjustment, or when it should take place. At our Bellaire, TX dental practice, we can help you make sure this matter is properly addressed. During pediatric dental exams, we examine a young patient’s developing oral structures, and we can alert you if there are signs that they might require treatment. In some cases, we can even recommend early orthodontics, which can limit the problems with their dental alignment over time. (more…)
Help Celebrate The 50th Anniversary Of Apollo 11!
From Tuesday, July 16 through Wednesday, July 24, you can enjoy special events at the Space Center Houston in celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon! To properly commemorate such a historic moment in our nation’s history, the space center is holding different events that will each honor a different step of the mission itself. Paying attention to history can help keep these significant moments alive. When it comes to keeping up with the condition of your teeth, you need to pay attention to the condition of your oral health. Our Bellaire, TX dental practice can provide important updates about the condition of your smile during every routine dental exam! (more…)
Has Dental Discoloration Become An Issue? We Can Help!
Are you starting to feel less than impressed with the smile that greets you in the mirror? Are you having a difficult time with the way discoloration has impacted your appearance, and your confidence? If dental discoloration is becoming an issue for you, our Bellaire, TX dental practice can help you make improvements. Accumulated stains in your enamel can change the color of your teeth for the worse, leaving them dull, and less attractive. With a professional whitening procedure, we can take care of those stains, and give you a valued confidence boost. We also have additional cosmetic dental treatments that we offer, so we can make sure your smile changes cover every concern you have about the way you look. (more…)