Regular Dental Exams Help Patients Preserve A Healthy Smile

How can you be sure your smile is totally free of any possible problems? Is being free of painful symptoms proof enough that you are in good oral health? If you want to stay informed about the health of your smile, you should set up regular dental exams with your dentist. Semiannual visits will give you ongoing feedback about the state of your smile. These visits also provide your dentist with a chance to recognize a problem, and recommend the appropriate response before your condition worsens. In addition to reviewing your oral health, you will also receive a professional teeth cleaning, which will help you keep your teeth safe from problems.  (more…)

Receive A Teeth Whitening Kit, And Make Big Smile Changes

How would you feel if you tried to improve the color of your teeth, but only saw limited results? Individuals who try to make corrections with store bought whitening products can find themselves feeling disappointed over the lack of improvements. Fortunately, you can find a more effective solution for discoloration from your dentist. A professional whitening kit uses strong, but safe, whitening gels, which can remedy stains that over the counter products leave unaddressed. At the end of your treatment time, you can look forward to seeing a smile that is brighter by many shades! If your dentist worries that your issues with discoloration are due to internal tooth issues, they can recommend a different cosmetic treatment in order to ensure that you see real improvement. (more…)

Enjoy A Day Of Fun At The Eggcelent Family Adventure

On Saturday, March 24, the city of Allen will welcome local families for a day full of Easter fun! The Eggcelent Family Adventure, hosted at Allen Civic Plaza, promises to provide plenty of exciting activities for kids, with the events hosted by a number of local family businesses. At this free event, there will be face-painting, games, activities, as well as a bounce house! There will also be candy and goodies up for grabs. This is a great opportunity for Allen families to enjoy time out together, and a great way to feel the Easter spirit! (more…)

When You Need To Address Multiple Missing Teeth

Addressing tooth loss is important when you have one absent tooth. When you have experienced the loss of multiple teeth, you can face many frustrating problems, and suffer serious oral health consequences. Every day can be more difficult, as you can lack confidence in your smile, feel limited to a limited diet, and suffer pain from jaw troubles brought on by compromised speaking and eating functions. Your dentist can offer prosthodontic care that will return your smile to you, and eliminate your ongoing troubles. In addition to looking better, you can feel more comfortable, and enjoy a broader diet.
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The Cosmetic Impact Of Teeth Grinding

Grinding your teeth can create a steady buildup of wear and tear that leads to a visible effect on your smile. This not the only effect that this action can have. Bruxism, a term for a habit of clenching your jaw, can lead to recurring TMJ dysfunction (TMD). If this takes place, you may find yourself dealing with regular pains, including migraines, and stiffness in your neck and shoulders. Your ongoing teeth grinding can also do serious potential damages to teeth, and make restorative dental work necessary. If you feel you need help addressing the matter, talk to your dentist. They can provide valuable relief from a teeth grinding habit, and TMD. If you want to take care of existing flaws created by this problem, cosmetic dental work can help. (more…)

Take Part In Allen’s Olympic Open Skate Feb 24!

The 2018 Winter Olympics are underway, and many American athletes have taken to the ice, or the slops, and performed some truly amazing feats! If you want to show off your own skills on the ice, you can do so at the Olympic Open Skate event February 24! The Allen Community Ice Rink is hosting a special Olympics-themed open skate day. You can take part in a number of fun, interesting challenges, including a special relay race! Attendees at this event are encouraged to bring seasonings, condiments, and salad dressings to donate to the Allen Community Outreach Program. If you bring one of these items, you can receive a free skate rental! (more…)

Can Your Dental Crown Really Look Like A Natural Tooth?

You should be able to count on your dental crown to comfortably take on biting pressures when you eat, and you should expect it to keep your tooth safe from harm. Thanks to the use of modern materials in restorative dental work, you can also look forward to cosmetic support from your crown. Restorations made with porcelain and zirconia are able to mimic the appearance of enamel, so they fit in with the rest of your smile. To ensure they appear natural, your dentist can even match their color to your surrounding teeth! Having access to esthetically pleasing restorative work can reassure patients who are concerned about the long-term effects of cavity treatment.  (more…)

Fixing A Cosmetic Issue Can Help You Love Your Smile

Hopefully, you make a point to work diligently to stay on top of your oral health needs. Unfortunately, a healthy smile with cosmetic concerns can leave a person unhappy with their teeth, even if there is nothing “wrong.” Fortunately, your dentist is able to help in these matters by providing cosmetic dental work. With the right cosmetic procedure, you can take aim at any number of issues that might have a negative effect on how you look. Discussing your treatment options with your dentist can help you find a procedure that leads to big changes, and those changes may be attainable in less time than you realize! (more…)

How Vulnerable Is My Tooth After I Undergo Cavity Treatment?

When your tooth is suffering from an active cavity, it will suffer increasing damage as decay continues its spread. If nothing is done in time, bacteria will eventually be able to make their way to your pulp, and create serious issues. Fortunately, your dentist is able to put a total stop to a cavity with the appropriate restorative dental care. After this is completed, your tooth needs support, as the damage caused by decay is permanent. A dental crown or dental filling will be placed, based on the amount of protection your tooth needs. Once you have your restoration, you should be able to count on your tooth to hold up against standard biting and chewing pressures for many years without issue.  (more…)

Check Out The Sam Bass Day Celebration February 24

On Saturday, February 24, the Allen Heritage Guild will be hosting a special celebration and event at the Allen Depot. This event is a commemoration of Sam Bass Day, as well as Railroad History Day. A speaker will be on hand to teach visitors about Sam Bass, and his infamous 1878 train robbery that took place in Allen. In addition, you can enjoy a live re-enactment of the robbery, and take part in several interactive activities. This event is a great way to shine a spotlight on Allen’s history, and help educate on the history of the railroad in the area, and the role it played in our development. The event is FREE to attend, but you will have the opportunity to make a donation to the Allen Heritage Guild. (more…)