The idea is deceptively simple: replace a missing tooth with an artificial one that is physically attached to the patient’s jaw. The idea has been around for a thousand years or more, but only in the last half century has it become an exact science. Dental implants are one of the specialties offered by Steven…
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Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
The common household toothbrush. Every Waco home has at least one, and hopefully all Waco residents are brushing their teeth after each meal. While cosmetic dentistry and a complete smile makeover seem to be all the rage these days, daily brushing is still the most important thing you can do for your oral health. It…
Developing Good Dental Habits
Benjamin Franklin once said: It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. This holds true for almost everything in life, including dental care. For parents in the Waco area, teaching your children good oral hygiene techniques early in life will benefit their smile throughout their life. If you wait too long to…
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring
Some Waco and Waco dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is as essential as your teeth. Some prescription medications can increase your risk of dental caries. Some home faucet water filters remove fluoride. 19 percent of kids between the ages of 2 and 19 have…
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
When you meet someone in Waco who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you automatically start making assumptions about their income, level of education and overall physical health? Though it is extremely unfair, we are often judged (and misjudged) by…
See Steven T. Cutbirth DDS For A Smile Impossible To Ignore
Many Waco residents consider the myriad options available to stop the aging clock. Whether it is a surgical procedure, botox, hair implants, or a chemical peel, Texas residents have countless choices to help them look more youthful. I am Dr. Steven Cutbirth and I am exited to tell you about a simple and affordable procedure…
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
When I discuss sedation dentistry with new patients, I encounter many misconceptions. The purpose of today’s dentistry article is to de-bunk some of the most common myths about dental sedation. Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious Some nervous dental patients are not only afraid of receiving treatment; they also fear the thought…
Steven T. Cutbirth DDS Treats Canker Sores, Lesions, And Fever Blisters
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, one of the most common complaints we hear from Waco dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical intervention. Though not contagious,…
What Can Fluoride Do For You?
Hello, and welcome to Steven T. Cutbirth DDS. Today’s post focuses on fluoride: ‘What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?’ The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride is found in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust the fluoride content of their…
