Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it seems to currently be the dietary villain of choice. Today, we are going to give you yet another vital reason to avoid this ubiquitous drink. For dental health, soda deals a double punch of damage with two of its ingredients: sugar and phosphoric acid.…
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Think You May Have A Cavity?
Our teeth require lots of TLC. But even when we do our best, bacteria can sneak in and cause tooth decay. At Crabtree Dental, our state of the art cavity detection can diagnose new cavities in the earliest stages. Few people go their through life without any cavities. Cavities are caused when bacteria, acid, food debris,…
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
Categories: Oral Hygiene
For those individuals who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Crabtree Dental is here for you. Dentists at Crabtree Dental have been treating this common issue since 1986. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can…
What Does A Beautiful Smile Say About You?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
It’s not just about looks. According to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. (See http://www.aacd.com for complete survey results.) Smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Crabtree Dental in Katy have experienced…
Affordable Tooth Whitening
Categories: Teeth whitening
One of the simplest and most affordable ways to beautify your smile is to have your teeth whitened. There are several selections when it comes to teeth whitening systems. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter tooth whitening products at your local drug store, or you can depend on your dentist. Your Dentist Knows…
Same Day Smile Makeovers At Crabtree Dental
Categories: Porcelain Veneers
Have you ever wished your cosmetic dentist could glue new pearly white covers on your existing teeth as quick as you paint a wall in your house? Guess what? With porcelain veneers, it’s possible. Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin tooth-shaped fronts that are permanently bonded to your natural teeth. Unlike a crown procedure, your dentist does…
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and carrot sticks? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging footpath? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are in top shape? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or…
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately?
Your dental practice would be a very different place if it weren’t for the expert dental assistants who work there. Today, we would like to discuss the importance of these general dentistry professionals who are frequently overlooked. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment more comfortable, they make it effective, efficient, and safe. You, the…
Crabtree Dental Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Categories: Oral Hygiene
Welcome to the Crabtree Dental blog! This entry today will clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities, terms that sometimes confuse general dentistry patients. Plaque is a film that covers teeth – a sticky layer of bacteria. You can remove plaque through daily brushing and flossing. However, if it isn’t removed it can build up and…
What Is Laser Dentistry?
Categories: Dental Technology
The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly-concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every Texas industry including communications, researching, manufacturing, entertainment and medicine. Lasers…
