Many people have experienced a boost in self-confidence by restoring missing teeth at Montz and Maher Dental Group in Friendswood. Nothing gives us more satisfaction than helping men and women dramatically improve their quality of life. With a new smile, they feel better about themselves. They feel more comfortable in public. They socialize more often.…
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A Fast Anti-Aging Treatment Available At Montz and Maher Dental Group
Many Friendswood residents consider the myriad options available to stop the aging clock. Whether it is a surgical procedure, botox, hair implants, or a chemical peel, Texas residents have countless choices to help them look more youthful. We are excited to tell you about a simple and affordable procedure we offer at Montz and Maher…
Cavity Fighting Chewing Gum?
I’m David Montz DDS of Montz and Maher Dental Group in Friendswood. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered…
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become somewhat lax about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In today’s article, our goal is for you to assess where you stand and examine whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and support your quality of…
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
While dissatisfactory oral hygiene is the most prevalent cause of halitosis, many circumstances can contribute to or intensify the condition. One of these is the lack of saliva or xerostomia. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and removes odiferous dead cells. Saliva also neutralizes the ever-present acids on the tongue, gums,…
Should I Get A Tooth Implant Immediately After A Tooth Extraction?
Categories: Dental Implant, General Dentistry
Do you have a tooth that is beyond saving? Considering a permanent dental implant? There are advantages to combining the extraction and implant placement in one procedure. Let’s talk about the benefits of same-day extraction and tooth implant placement. 1. You save the healthy bone As soon as a tooth is removed, the bone begins…
Watch Out For Hidden Sugar
Every health-conscious parent knows that sugar is the number one cause of cavities for kids. Plenty of us adults also snack on too many sweet snacks and beverages. Because of cavity risks, low nutritional value, and high-calorie content, many parents want to limit the sugar in their children’s diets. Bubble gum, lollipops, and chocolate bars…
What Is Oil Pulling?
Today’s Montz and Maher Dental Group dental post looks at oil pulling; an alternative practice that has been generating a lot of buzz around Friendswood. Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is the practice of swishing oil in the mouth for twenty minutes to benefit the…
Total Mouth Reconstruction Is Now A Reality
Dentistry has progressed to a point where total mouth reconstruction is possible! Have you had several teeth extracted? Do you have other oral issues like bone or gum recession? Implants Can Be Used In Many Ways Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations with roots permanently anchored into the jaw bone. Dental implants have…
Oral Health – Fun Floss Facts
You probably believe that the most important aspect regarding flossing is simply to do it every day. We agree. However, many people find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them to establish or solidify the habit and get the flossing comfort they desire. Let’s explore some of the most common types…
