Hi, my name is David Montz. My team and I at Montz and Maher Dental Group have been providing excellent dental care for our patients in Texas since 1997. One of the critical habits of good oral health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpaste available. I…
General Dentistry
Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away
Are you a busy Friendswood resident suffering from a toothache, but ignoring the pain? Have you started chewing on one side of your mouth to avoid putting pressure on the problem tooth? Have you stopped drinking hot and cold beverages because of the sensitivity? Dental pain is like an unpaid speeding ticket, ignoring it won’t…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post, we will concentrate on vital behaviors that affect oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is needed…
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…
The Top CPAP Alternative in Friendswood
Hate your CPAP machine? You’re not alone. CPAP doesn’t work for everyone. CPAP is supposed to make me sleep better? CPAP is designed to help patients breathe through the night. CPAP is supposed to help you sleep better, not worse. It’s frustratingly ironic that many patients sleep worse with the CPAP machine than before! These…
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…
Keep Active Smiles Healthy
It’s hard to enjoy sports if you have dental issues. Despite many athletes being health-conscious, there is a concerning rate of tooth problems among athletes of all ages. Let’s discuss two alarming studies. 40% of athletes reported oral health problems A study cited in the British Journal of Sports Medicine explored how poor oral health…
What Can Veneers Do For Your Smile?
Hello, and welcome to our Montz and Maher Dental Group cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Veneers are thin shells made from durable, translucent porcelain or composite…
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…
