Do I need to change my flossing technique for an implant? Before you got a tooth implant, hopefully, you were brushing at least twice a day and flossing daily. If you wear dentures, you should have been cleaning them with a denture paste and brushing the soft tissues in your mouth. A tooth implant requires…
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Your Dentist Does A Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Most individuals know that they can go to their dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your dentist can help you with. Dry mouth, technically called xerostomia, is caused by a lack of saliva and can…
The Unsung Heroes Of Dentistry
In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and discuss an important dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post mortem identification is forensic odontology. These professionals are rarely recognized but play an integral role in crime and disaster…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work
Have you ever gotten a bargain on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple of years of never-ending repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new car would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a dud. The same is true…
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Are dental implants too expensive? Are dental implants unsafe? Are dental implants experimental? Is the surgery painful? Does it take a long time to recover? The answer to all of these is No. Let’s talk about it. Dental implants are an investment in an improved lifestyle Dental implants aren’t cheap. We understand that. But you…
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any event in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too pressing to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have problems with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s message. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is important to come in for an exam. Mouth…
Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?
If you’ve visited our website before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most individuals with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over a period of months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is…
What Is Lurking Under Your Gumline?
Hello Friendswood! For ideal oral health, you need both healthy teeth and healthy gums. Proper oral hygiene helps keep both your teeth and gums in good shape. When brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle aiming the bristle tips at the gumline. The bristles of a soft toothbrush can clean the food particles in…
Crown Or Veneer?
I am David Montz of Montz and Maher Dental Group in Friendswood. Montz and Maher Dental Group offers multiple cosmetic dental procedures for creating brilliant smiles. Two of the most popular procedures are dental crowns and porcelain veneers. Many patients don’t understand the difference between the two. Generally, a crown strengthens a compromised tooth while…
