Sometimes when people lose a back tooth they wonder whether they should bother replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a…
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The Future Of Tooth Decay In Waco
Tooth decay is the single most common dental issue there is. Unlike a cut on your finger, a cavity will not heal itself. In a worst case scenario, an untreated cavity can lead to future problems, up to and including tooth loss. That’s why we stress regular brushing and flossing to all of our patients,…
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
Categories: Dental implants, Dentures
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many people with missing no teeth choose dentures. But dentures are not without issues, and there is a state-of-the-art alternative, at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. 13 Problems With Dentures Dentures usually fit properly at first,…
3 Problems Which May Require A Root Canal
This post from Steven T. Cutbith in Waco is about root canal therapy. Root canals are often feared, but they allow you to keep a tooth that would otherwise have to be extracted. As the saying goes, knowledge is power. It can help when you understand what is happening during this anxiety-inducing, though routine, procedure.…
How Bright Can You Shine?
Most people notice their teeth getting dull as the years go by. Maybe duller teeth is the least of our worries as we age. On the other hand, who doesn’t want a beautiful smile? At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we use cosmetic dentistry to improve smiles every day! There are lots of teeth…
Seeking A Relationship In Waco?
The relationship you have with any health care professional is more important than you might think. This is as true for a dentist as any other provider. That’s just one reason why, at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we work hard to make our office a friendly and welcoming place. When it comes to…
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!
Categories: Beautiful smiles, Cosmetic Dentistry
Most people who think about impro ing their smiles are aware of cosmetic dentistry, like that available at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. There are porcelain veneers: a custom made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. And teeth whitening can give your teeth…
Teeth: What Have They Done For You Lately?
In this blog post from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we are going to explore the secret life of our teeth. The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. Their job is to cut food. Their curvature helps move food inside the…
Help For Nervous Dental Patients At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS
Imagine the following: You are stretched out in a dental chair at the start of a checkup. As a dental assistant wraps a paper bib around your neck and clicks on a bright overhead light, your heart tense up, and your heart begins to pound. If sounds like you, sedation dentistry from Steven T. Cutbirth…
The Health And Beauty Consequences Of Missing Teeth
Categories: Dental Health, Dental implants
This message from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco focuses on missing teeth and bone health, and how dental implants can make a difference. Our teeth have many important functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose…
