This post from the dentist in Waco TX focuses on an article that appeared on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care were 56 percent less likely…
General Dentistry
What Can Steven T. Cutbirth DDS Do For You?
Hello, and welcome to the blog of Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. We work hard to keep the teeth and gums of each of our patients healthy, so they’ll have a beautiful smile. Teeth may seem like bone, but they are actually living structures. Inside that hard exterior is complex system of tissue. And…
Multi-Procedure Dental Visits Save Time And Hassle
If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider, courtesy Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco: Cost In the long run, it is less costly to do it all…
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to brighten your smile with professional teeth whitening, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth prior to the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will take place. To help slow down that process, Steven T. Cutbirth…
Waco Wants Silver Screen Smiles
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, Dental implants, General Dentistry, Teeth whitening, Veneers
With the constant media coverage of celebrities, many people are interested in having a smile like the stars. You can get one with cosmetic dentistry from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. Many smile makeovers include teeth whitening. There are a variety of ways this can be done. Most drugstores sell over-the-counter whitening strips and…
Mouthwash Facts In Waco
In this post we discuss mouthwash. Many Texas residents use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good oral hygiene starts with thorough tooth brushing and flossing. Stephen T. Cutbirth DDS, your dentist in Waco, reminds you that mouthwash is an optional tool in your dental…
Wayward Teeth and ClearCorrect Braces
Malocclusion is the technical term for crooked teeth. Most of us with crooked teeth had them straightened as teenagers, most often with traditional metal braces. ClearCorrect braces from Steven T. Cutbirth in Waco is an alternative that a lot of patients find very desirable. There are a lot of different ways that teeth can grow…
Dazzling! Professional Teeth Whitening in Waco
Americans are spending millions of dollars every year on teeth whitening products. Everyone, it seems, would like to have whiter teeth. And it’s easy to see why: a healthy, white smile is pleasing to see on others, and an asset in social and professional settings. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we can help…
Anxiety? IV Sedation in Waco
Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety. There mere thought of sitting down in a dentist’s chair fills them with dread. In some cases, it’s so intense they’ll avoid the dentist altogether. If this sounds at all like you, you should know that Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco specializes in IV sedation dentistry, and…
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?
A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A porcelain veneer from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco can correct many cosmetic dental problems, and is a minimally invasive restoration. If you have teeth with chips or cracks, discoloration, an irregular shape or minimal to moderate misalignment,…
