Regular check-ups and cleanings at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco are essential for good dental health. But some people tend to have gums that bleed after a thorough cleaning, causing them concern. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a couple days after your dental cleaning, don’t worry about […]
The Mark Of The Perfect Dentist
Looking for a new dentist? It’s easy to find one. A quick Google search, an online review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick, of course, is finding the right dentist – one you’re happy with, and will stick with for years to come. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in […]
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
There are lots of people out there who feel pain when they sip coffee or eat ice cream, or take a bite out of something hard. If sensitive teeth are a problem for you, talk to us about it at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. In many cases, sensitive teeth respond to something as […]
It’s Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
We fill a lot of cavities at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. Tooth decay is a serious problem, with somewhere in the area of nine of every ten American adults having at least one cavity in their teeth. It doesn’t have to be that way. We really stress preventative dentistry as the key to […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A floss […]
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often; some go as long as five years between visits! At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently. 1. […]