Your overall oral health depends not only on healthy teeth but also healthy gums. Proper oral hygiene and regular checkups at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco helps both stay in good shape. When brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle pointing the bristle tips at the gumline. The bristles of a soft toothbrush…
Dental Health
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Our teeth work hard and are consistently under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we want all of our patients to have strong, healthy teeth. Unfortunately, enamel erosion is common, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies…
How To Beat Plaque
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Plaque is that sticky, filmy stuff that forms on teeth. It is the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. And that, in turn, is why the team at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco reminds all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth twice a day. Plaque is a biofilm that…
What Is General Dentistry?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
If you explored our website before landing on this blog, you have may noticed the term “general dentistry” on the menu, along with other services. “General dentistry” may sound bland, but it isn’t. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, it’s your assurance that we can diagnose and treat your most essential issues, and ensure…
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco may sound too good to be true: dentures that attach to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. You know what they say: if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.…
Common Dental Questions
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Common Questions One of the questions…
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Visiting Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco for twice-yearly dental checkups and cleanings every six months may seem inconvenient at times, but you may benefit in ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have…
Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS
Categories: Dental Health, Sedation dentistry
Dental anxiety and dental phobia affect many people, to the point where some of them avoid the dentist altogether. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, sedation dentistry allows them to get the dental care they deserve. The most dire consequence of avoiding the dentist is when a patient delays care until it absolutely necessary,…
Getting Ready For A Dental Implant?
Categories: Dental Health, Dental implants
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we believe every patient deserves a beautiful smile. This blog post is about the preparation necessary for a dental implant. What is a dental implant? A dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the jawbone. For a single replacement tooth, an abutment and artificial tooth go on top of…
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we are in agreement with Benjamin Franklin, who once said: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” He was talking about fire safety, but it applies to dental health, too. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively with preventative measures. Some critical…
