Like any other dental practice, we fill a lot of cavities at Steven T. Cutbirth in Waco. As a holistic practice, we use white fillings exclusively. Did you know that more than ninety percent of American adults have had cavities at some point? That’s a lot of drilling and filling. White fillings are also called…
General Dentistry
We Take Jaw Pain Seriously
Categories: General Dentistry, TMJ
If you are impacted by temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD, you know how the pain and discomfort can affect your quality of life. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, TMD (TMJ) treatment has helped countless patients manage their condition. The initials TMJ and TMD are often used interchangeabley, even among dental professionals. For the…
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…
Correcting Severe Dental Problems
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Each separate restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco can address a specific problem. A porcelain veneer can correct the surface of a tooth that is discolored or slightly misshapen. Dental bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth. Some dental issues are more extensive and…
Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
Attention dental patients of Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco TX: brushing your teeth twice daily may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems. However, a recent study analyzed oral health…
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
No matter what age you are, dental exams are an important practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! At Steven T. Cutbirth in Waco TX, we like to see you every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Knowledge is Power Dental exams are often put off because they can be seen as unnecessary.…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do for your smile. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling sweet. Steven T. Cutbirth in Waco TX wants all of his patients to brush and floss twice…
All About Toothpaste
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco TX, the dentist urges all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth at least twice a day. This very good habit is the single most important thing you can do to maintain your dental health. What kind of toothpaste should you use? We have no one-size-fits-all…
How Do You Measure Success?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
What does dental success mean to you?For many of our patients at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, success is a routine check-up that reveals healthy teeth and no cavities. For our cosmetic dentistry patients, success is a stunning cosmetic dental smile makeover using veneers, teeth whitening, and white fillings. We also enjoy providing teeth-straightening…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Waco!
These days it seems Waco TX residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition.…
