The Final Third Of 2019: Smile Details To Consider! 

We’re into September, which means we have about four months of the full 12 left. As you know, that shakes out to the final third of the year but we are quickly headed toward the final quarter! When 2019 began, of course, you had lots and lots of time at your disposal, with which you probably came up with some lovely plans for your oral health. Did you follow through on that dental care? Are you ahead of the game, behind, or somewhere in between? Whatever the case, consider this our Austin, TX team’s friendly reminder to consider those end-of-year details that help protect your grin.

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Brush Your Smile For These 4 Reasons

You know, of course, and you have known for the majority of your life that the basis of a healthy smile includes brushing your teeth. However, you have heard it so many times that there may not be quite as much power behind that statement, which means you may start to feel a bit apathetic about it. Is it really that important, you may wonder? The truth is, the answer to that question is always going to be a very big yes! While you can appreciate professional advice from our Austin, TX team is probably factual and important, we realize you may still appreciate some additionally compelling reasons behind our dental care advice. So, let’s get started with some brush-related details.

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Yes, Replacing Missing Teeth Is The Right Move!

If tooth loss is something you are currently thinking about most of the time because you are missing teeth, then you might feel a little unsure about something that’s very important: Whether or not to replace your teeth. Part of you assumes it only makes sense to replace them. The other part wonders: What if you decided not to? Fortunately, this is an issue our Austin, TX team can very quickly put to rest, so you can move forward! The answer is always that replacing the teeth that are missing and filling open spaces is the right move. Now, as for why, we can help with that, too!

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Why Lifelike Dental Work Is So Exciting 

When you hear about dental care, from the cosmetic treatments we offer to those that are restorative in nature, there’s one thing that comes up quite frequently (especially when you ask our Austin, TX team what the results are going to look like). What is it? Well, you hear us explain to you that the treatments provide you with lifelike materials, so your smile looks, well, a real smile! So, why is this so exciting, you wonder, and what does it really mean? Let’s sort through some compelling details.

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How To Practice Success-Oriented Smile Care

When you think about your smile care, do you find that you’re often worried about cavities? Concerned about whether you’re doing a good enough job? Maybe you feel like it’s a huge chore. Fortunately, our Austin, TX team is happy to remind you that when you focus on practicing success-oriented care, rather than care that’s based in feelings of worry, it can feel much easier to simply stay the course. What does this look like and how can you accomplish it, you ask? It’s easy!

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Can I Whiten Now, Not Yet, Or Never?

When you sit back and consider the idea of teeth whitening for yourself, you may realize that your thoughts primarily focus on the fact that you’re not sure when you’ll be able to whiten. If this is the case, then that means you haven’t been in to see our Austin, TX team for a cosmetic consultation just yet (which we highly recommend because it will provide you with time to receive answers to your every whitening question and more!). You may ask yourself: Are you ready now, are you going to need to do something to become a candidate, or is traditional whitening just not in the cards for you? Allow us to help.

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Sealants: Compelling Reasons To Say, “Yes!” 

Have you considered dental sealants, yet, for your child? Maybe you are on the fence, you haven’t really given them much thought, or you keep thinking about following through (but just haven’t gotten around to it yet). Whatever the particular detail is that’s kept you away from this preventive care children’s treatment, we remind you that there are some exceptionally compelling reasons to get motivated, bring your kiddo in, and to say “yes!” to sealants at our Austin, TX practice. Find out a bit more.

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Cosmetic Care For Fall: 3 Reasons To Do It!

Here comes fall! Yes, we know, it seems like summer only just descended upon us and now we are winding down these warmer months, as September and the start of autumn quickly come into view. If you have been hoping to make some exciting changes to your smile that will have you putting a beaming, beautiful grin on display by the time the cooler season rolls in, then now is the time to start. Oh, and our Austin, MN team has some additional, compelling reasons to follow through with this cosmetic care plan, if you are in need of a bit more motivation!

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Your Toothache: The 3 Essential Things To Remember

When you find that you’re contending with the arrival of a toothache, it can cause your thoughts to do a quick spiral. Should you call our Austin, TX team, you wonder, to let us know that your tooth feels bad? Or, should you keep the information to yourself, hope that the pain just subsides all by itself, and act as though there’s nothing bothering you in the least? As you have likely already guessed, we strongly suggest the option in which you get in touch with us right away! As for the details that will help you focus on the simple fact that what you need is a diagnosis and any required treatment (so your smile feels good again), we offer essential reminders!

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What Are Your Biggest Cavity Risks?

Most chronic dental health issues, like cavities and gum disease, are the result of harmful oral bacteria and the substances they produce. However, there are many different factors that come together to make it possible for harmful oral bacteria to affect your smile. At our Austin, TX, dentist’s office, our goal is to help you preserve your smile by controlling or addressing such risks. Today, we help you learn more about protecting your smile from tooth decay be reviewing some of the most common ways you might be increasing your risks of cavities. (more…)