Hello, friends of Montz and Maher Dental Group! In today’s post, we are talking about nutrition. There is nothing that impacts your smile as much as your eating habits. Develop good nutrition and your dentist will smile down on you too. 1. Rinse after eating Rinse your mouth with a sip of water or brush your…
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Attack Of The Gummi Bear
Here at the Friendswood dental blog, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are devoted to our patients’ oral health. So, today we offer a critical warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most people probably know that sugar is not your teeth’s friend. Eating candy creates the perfect…
Do You Have Swollen Gums and Soreness?
If you are a worried Friendswood resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. There is an Epidemic of Dental Problems About one-third of U.S. adults are by cavities, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40. Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Montz…
Are You Worried About Dental Visits?
“How can I overcome anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, and embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Talk about these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Dr. David…
We Understand Dental Anxiety
Dental professionals in the Friendswood area (including the team at Montz and Maher Dental Group) are dedicated to oral health. Unfortunately, some men and women rarely go to the dentist. Others have the misconception that you only need to go to the dentist when you have a toothache. In addition, there are those who have…
A Beautiful Smile is Timeless
Every stage of life has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time, and grandchildren. However, most Friendswood retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility, or dental problems. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and beautiful throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you can…
Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety
Talk to your dentist There’s something about having information on anything unknown that makes us feel less afraid or at least more self-confident handling the unknown. If you consider dentistry an unknown topic, maybe you can educate yourself by asking your dentist lots of questions. Find a dentist willing to listen to your fearful thoughts…
When Mommy is Scared of the Dentist
Do you have dental anxiety? If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider oral conscious sedation. Sedation is safe The most important thing to know is that oral conscious sedation or sleep dentistry is perfectly safe. At Montz and Maher Dental Group, we have been providing sedation since 1997. We…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
Teeth Whitening: Do It Right
As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their luster. Dark colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid coffee, wine and cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Have you considered tooth whitening? Teeth whitening at Montz and Maher Dental…
