Category: Dentist

Brushing and flossing are the good habits in the daily fight for a healthy smile, but few know that hidden enemies can destroy oral health once they take up residence in a mouth. They are the dental plaques, a colourless film of bacteria left on the teeth throughout a day. Even though invisible, the formation […]

At Smithville Dental in Smithville, Texas, we strive for your time with us to be easy and productive. Unfortunately, root canals are one of the common treatments that most of us need to be able to save a damaged or infected tooth. Like any medical procedure, though, complications can sometimes happen, and this blog has […]

Nerves in teeth naturally decrease with age, but this shrinkage can be accelerated in cases of unusual enamel degradation, which can leave teeth more susceptible to other dental issues. This is a prevalent problem that does not occur naturally with aging. Negative effects on dental health can result from improper occlusion (the way your teeth […]

The dentist is and always has been the subject of numerous urban legends. It is anyone’s assumption as to how they started, whether it was through childhood rumors or the dissemination of false information. The harm that wrong information may bring to your teeth, though, is something we are aware of. Having accurate information is […]

Many of us are taken aback to hear that our tooth-brushing and flossing techniques are inadequate, despite the fact that we have been practicing these habits for quite some time. Even a short brushing session won’t do most folks any favors. To keep your mouth, teeth, and gums healthy and clean, follow these four simple […]