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…
General Dentistry
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…
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…
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety At Montz and Maher Dental Group
Hello Houston dental blog visitors, welcome to the Montz and Maher Dental Group blog. I am Dr. David Montz of Montz and Maher Dental Group in Friendswood. A close friend of mine recently expressed fears about her upcoming root canal. She was anxious about the pain she might experience and worried about getting work off…
You Won’t Miss The Metal With Invisible Braces
Hello! Welcome to my Friendswood dentistry blog. Do you have crooked teeth? Do you wish you would have had braces as a kid, but feel it is too late now? Maybe you feel self-conscious about smiling with a mouth full of metal. I have good news for you: at Montz and Maher Dental Group, we…
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Friendswood dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this sobering…
