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…
Restorative Dentistry
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…
Restoring Teeth At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we use a variety of methods to restore damaged teeth. Most dental patients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called direct restorations, because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit. Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restoration’ and…
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt? Restorative Dentistry in Waco
Do you have tooth damage, missing teeth, or few or no teeth still intact? Steven T. Cutbirth DDS provides restorative dentistry that addresses a host of issues. Restorative dentistry means diagnosing and treating oral diseases. It also means preventing them. In the case of one or more missing teeth, there are several options. Dental bridges…
Replace A Missing Tooth! Dental Implants in Waco
It may be tempting to ignore a missing tooth. Does it matter all that much if there’s a gap in your smile? At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, we remind our patients that there is a downside to missing a tooth that goes beyond anything cosmetic. When a tooth is missing, it means the…
7 Ways To Fix A Tooth
Categories: Restorative Dentistry
In a perfect world, each of your cherished teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Texas men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by tooth decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or…
