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…
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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,…
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!
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Today’s post is for people who are discouraged because they haven’t been successful at making some changes that will benefit their oral health. We want to urge you to keep trying and assure you that the team of dental professionals at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS is eager to help. Keep Trying To Floss Many people…
Fun Floss Facts
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You probably believe that the most crucial aspect regarding flossing is simply to do it every day. We agree. However, many people find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them to establish or solidify the habit and get the flossing comfort they desire. Let’s examine some of the most common types…
Preventing Gum Disease At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS
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Brushing, flossing, and regular cleanings are key to preventing gum disease. Call Waco Sedation Dentist to learn about our general, cosmetic, and restorative dental care. We’ll keep your smile bright for life.
Why Do Waco Dentists Like Potatoes?
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The reason dentists like potatoes is because they are so “filling” ba-dum ching. Lame joke, I know. But seriously, the wiser our patients are about what they eat, the easier it will be to care for their teeth. It doesn’t have to be potatoes, but the mouth does request that we take a good look…
4 Dental Implant Post-Treatment Care Tips
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A dental implant is directly inserted into the jawbone. As you are most likely thinking, this indeed results in some initial soreness and discomfort. The countdown until the anesthetic wears off begins as soon as you sit up. With proper post-treatment care, however, the discomfort can be managed and the healing process begins. Here are…
Reasons to Extract Wisdom Teeth As Soon As Possible
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1) A sac, similar to the amniotic sac surrounding a baby in utero, surrounds impacted wisdom teeth. If the impacted wisdom tooth is not extracted and the sac perforated and removed, this sac encasing the impacted wisdom tooth my form a dentigerous cyst, which could then turn into an ameloblastoma. Both these pathologic entities can…
Why Your Smile Could Be the Key to a Successful Job Interview
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There are a lot of factors involved in nailing a job interview. First, you have to be qualified for the position, but this is usually a prerequisite to getting an interview. From there, you have to find a way to impress hiring agents. You can prepare by conducting mock interviews at home with the help…
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental X-Rays
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Most people who have been to the dentist are familiar with the drill, so to speak. You undergo examination and cleaning, along with tests to determine the overall state of your oral health. During some appointments, patients also receive dental x-rays. While the purpose of having a check-up and cleaning is relatively clear – keeping…
