Do you have tooth damage, missing teeth, or few or no teeth still intact? Steven T. Cutbirth DDS provides restorative dentistry that addresses a host of issues. Restorative dentistry means diagnosing and treating oral diseases. It also means preventing them. In the case of one or more missing teeth, there are several options. Dental bridges…
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Replace A Missing Tooth! Dental Implants in Waco
It may be tempting to ignore a missing tooth. Does it matter all that much if there’s a gap in your smile? At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we remind our patients that there is a downside to missing a tooth that goes beyond anything cosmetic. When a tooth is missing, it means the…
Digital X-rays with Steven T. Cutbirth DDS
It isn’t very enjoyable. You’re covered by a heavy apron, with a gadget held between your teeth. You’re told to sit still while a dentist’s assistant takes x-rays. Is it really necessary? Yes. Are digital x-rays an improvement? Absolutely! Your dentist can’t see everything that is going on with your teeth, bone, and surrounding tissue without…
Eat More Fish! Gum Disease Treatment in Waco
There’s an interesting dental article on the Web MD Health News site. It’s called ‘Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,’ and its author describes a recent study linking diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of periodontitis. In short, these foods may help prevent gum disease, here in Waco and elsewhere. Periodontitis,…
Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
The common household toothbrush. Every Waco home has at least one, and hopefully all Waco residents are brushing their teeth after each meal. While cosmetic dentistry and a complete smile makeover seem to be all the rage these days, daily brushing is still the most important thing you can do for your oral health. It…
Developing Good Dental Habits
Benjamin Franklin once said: It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. This holds true for almost everything in life, including dental care. For parents in the Waco area, teaching your children good oral hygiene techniques early in life will benefit their smile throughout their life. If you wait too long to…
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring
Some Waco and Waco dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is as essential as your teeth. Some prescription medications can increase your risk of dental caries. Some home faucet water filters remove fluoride. 19 percent of kids between the ages of 2 and 19 have…
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
When you meet someone in Waco who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you automatically start making assumptions about their income, level of education and overall physical health? Though it is extremely unfair, we are often judged (and misjudged) by…
See Steven T. Cutbirth DDS For A Smile Impossible To Ignore
Many Waco residents consider the myriad options available to stop the aging clock. Whether it is a surgical procedure, botox, hair implants, or a chemical peel, Texas residents have countless choices to help them look more youthful. I am Dr. Steven Cutbirth and I am exited to tell you about a simple and affordable procedure…
