A cosmetic dentist’s toolkit is filled with useful tools for fixing most types of cosmetic tooth dilemmas. In the past few years, porcelain veneers, dental implants, and same-day teeth whitening have attracted a lot of attention. Dental Bonding In today’s post, we are going to talk about an effective, yet relatively uncelebrated dental treatment that…
Dental Health
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…
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Montz and Maher Dental Group, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty things on your to-do list. Twice-yearly…
Six 10-Second Healthy Tooth Helps
It doesn’t have to take a lot of time to improve your oral hygiene. In fact, you can form a new habit to benefit your oral health in 10 seconds. I’m Dr. David Montz with Montz and Maher Dental Group writing to offer my patients 6 ways to add important dental care to each day in…
Why Braces Are More Important Than You Think
Consider the ways straight teeth can improve your quality of life: They can enhance your appearance They can set you on a course for long-term oral health They can improve your mental health and self-confidence If you have straight teeth and a pleasing smile, you are more likely to be mentally happy with yourself. Straight…
This Is The Year For A New Smile!
Hello! Welcome to our dental blog. At Montz and Maher Dental Group we create total smile makeovers for our patients. If you are not familiar with the latest dental advances, you might not realize what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. If you are not satisfied with your smile or are embarrassed by the condition…
Attention Friendswood Teens: Both Smoking And Vaping Put Your Smile At Risk
A recent study on the influences of e-cigarettes on oral health has more bad news for men and women who believe vaping is less risky than smoking traditional cigarettes. In a study published in the journal Oncotarget, analysts determined that e-cigarettes may cause chronic inflammation and irreversible cellular deterioration. These conditions, in turn, can…
Filtered Friendswood Water And Oral Health
A simple way for Houston residents to choose beverages that won’t harm their teeth is to keep it simple and make water their go-to drink. However, for safety, thrift, and convenience, many dental patients choose to drink bottled water or filter it themselves at home. Filtered water can be detrimental to oral health if it…
Sinus Pain Or Abscessed Tooth?
At Montz and Maher Dental Group, many patients come in with a toothache. In some cases, the toothache is a secondary symptom of a sinus condition. Let’s discuss the relationship. Your maxillary sinuses are very close upstairs neighbors of your top teeth. In some areas, only a sliver of tissue separates the upper tooth roots…
More Ways To Fight Kids’ Tooth Decay
Most parents make sure their child brushes their teeth. They do their best to limit candy and sugary drinks. And they make sure their son or daughter consumes adequate amounts of calcium and Vitamin D. Some parents go even further and limit between-meal snacks. Despite parents’ best efforts, Montz and Maher Dental Group treat tooth…
