Once one of our patients at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco decides to go ahead with a dental implant, one of the first things they want to know is: how long is the recovery time? Our answer? Recovery is difficult to predict, because every case is different. There are various factors that go into…
Restorative Dentistry
Royalty At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS
Categories: Dental Crown, Restorative Dentistry
When we crown one of our patients at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling, sometimes a crown is necessary to add more support and…
Dental Implants Play a Starring Role in Makeovers and Mouth Reconstruction
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dental inplants from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco transform smiles. They are commonly used in both smile makeovers and complete mouth reconstruction. Dental implants restore form to your teeth and function to your bite. They are both cosmetic and restorative, which leads to a common question: What’s the difference between a smile makeover and…
Dental Implant Success: The Odds Are In Your Favor
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
People thinking about replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant from Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco usually want to know about the implant success rate. In case you are unfamiliar with dental implants, we’ll describe them. What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is a metal post that acts as a replacement…
Total Mouth Reconstruction Is Now A Reality
Categories: Dental Health, Restorative Dentistry
“Restorative dentistry” is a term to describe the way damaged or missing teeth can be fixed or replaced. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, our goal is always to improve your smile – in short, to maintain or restore your dental health. Restorative dentistry covers everything from filling cavities to dental implants. Filling a…
Wear A Crown In Waco
Categories: Dental Crown, Restorative Dentistry
Dental crowns are among the restorative procedures we use at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco to restore and protect a tooth that has been damaged, or had dental work. Each crown is custom-made to fit the tooth it is for. This type of crown is sometimes called a “cap” because of the way they…
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?
Sometimes when people lose a back tooth they wonder whether they should bother replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a…
If Only I Had Taken Care Of My Teeth…
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we stress to all of our patients, at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. Coupled with twice-a-year checkups and cleanings, it’s the best way to maintain healthy teeth and gums, and your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you do every single day…
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Our teeth work hard and are consistently under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we want all of our patients to have strong, healthy teeth. Unfortunately, enamel erosion is common, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies…
TMJ Treatment: Attack of the Gummi Bears in Waco!
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we never like to be the bearers of bad news. But sometimes there is no choice! We offer a vital warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy, and its effects on your jaw, also known as the TMJ. Most people probably know that sugar is not your…
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