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,…
General Dentistry
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.…
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: 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…
Why Look For The Seal?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Here’s a tip from the office of Steven T. Cubirth DDS in Waco: when you go to a drugstore or supermarket looking for oral care products, make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association. This is a simple way to make smart choices for the products you need to keep your…
Saving Teeth
When a tooth is threatened by severe decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, we make a judgment call on the course of treatment, here at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is usually the only way to save the tooth.…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Along with regular checkups at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, brushing and flossing your teeth every day is the best way to maintain good dental health. But there are other things you can do to protect your smile, and we’ll review some of them here. Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw,…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand…
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this post from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists? How would you like your dental visit to involve…
Steven T. Cutbirth DDS Patients Have A Choice In Dental Fillings
Most of us have a few fillings in our mouths. When a tooth has been damaged through decay, a dental filling is an essential restoration. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we offer our patients mercury-free white fillilngs. Dentists have been filling cavities for over a hundred years, and the materials used have come…
