If all dental visits were spine-tingling, white-knuckled experiences, it would be simple to understand the fear that motivates dental phobias. It is fortunate that the average dental visit is no longer such a frightening ordeal. In fact, many patients are surprised at the ease and simplicity of the modern dental experience. There is a definite…
The purpose of a denture is to replace permanent teeth that have been lost. Custom fit dentures are designed to feel and look as close to natural as possible. Initially there will be an adjustment period, but that is most often a brief period of time. Your dentist will take all the steps needed to fabricate your…
Sleep apnea is a condition where an individual stops breathing multiple times per hour throughout the night. In mild cases, the patient may be interrupted by extremely shallow or halted breathing 20 to 25 times per hour. Extreme cases can result in hundreds of times. The patient may not even realize they are experiencing these interruptions…
Very young children seek the comfort of sucking. And just like the many things adults turn to for comfort, there can be negative repercussions if used excessively. If the thumb sucking habit has altered the way your child’s teeth are erupting, a visit to the pediatric dentist can offer solutions. When a child sucks their thumb…
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic treatment which comes in many forms with varying results. Your dental provider is going to be able to provide products that will likely produce the best outcome for you. There are pastes, gels, and rinses along with strips, trays, and lights. You can buy teeth whitening products online, at the drug…
Richardson Dentistry Holiday Coat & Toy DriveNov. 18 – Dec. 15 Greetings! Richardson Dentistry needs your help this holiday season. We are partnering with Dallas County Life to collect gifts for children in need. Please stop by for a cup of coffee and put a new, unwrapped gift in our toy box. Dallas County Life has asked…
A common sleep disorder, sleep apnea, involves the involuntary cessation of breath during sleep. Caused by soft oral tissues collapsing into the airways during sleep, this condition robs a patient of experiencing deep, rejuvenating rest. When patients stop breathing during cycles of apnea, the body wakes slightly to reinitiate the normal breathing process. The cessation of…
When it comes to addressing tooth loss in adulthood, dentures are one of the most commonly used options for patients because of their widespread availability and affordability. While there are many methods to replace teeth such as dental implants and fixed prosthetics, dentures are normally a viable option for patients with signs of gum disease or bone loss. After a series…
You love chewing crunchy things – peanuts or popcorn kernels, for example – but your teeth don’t necessarily love it and a tooth ends up cracking in the process. Your dentist tells you that you need a root canal – two words that automatically spark a negative image in your mind. Despite its reputation for…
You may be the one in your house who snores, or maybe it’s your partner who does. In either situation, someone, or both people in your bedroom are likely not getting a good night’s sleep, and the “culprit” may also feel embarrassed about his or her snoring habit. You may not necessarily have sleep apnea simply because…