Dr. Steven Cutbirth is an experienced dentist here in Waco. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, we enjoy helping patients have optimum oral health. Today’s post focuses on something mouth-related that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a healthy mouth but also […]
5 Reasons to Schedule a Dental Cleaning Today
1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only acute tooth decay that can damage a tooth until it is beyond saving. Gum disease that leads to bone loss is just as dangerous. Gum disease is caused by a buildup of plaque that creates pockets of infection between the gums and tooth roots. This leads to periodontitis, […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
As if you needed another reason to keep your gums in top condition. Scientists have found a connection between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that can result in chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas […]
Toothache Relief at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco
A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. Steven T. Cutbirth DDS wants to help! 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually taps the layer underneath. This is called the […]
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth but also with how it influences your complete physical health and general well-being. Today’s post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to Waco residents with diabetes as well as individuals who […]
Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?
Most of our patients at Steven T. Cuthbirth DDS probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. Some Hewitt dental patients may even know the unique focus of endodontists. However, few Texas residents probably know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. Today’s post looks at the specific disciplines within the […]
