At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we always remind our patients how important it is to clean their teeth on a regular basis. Not just the front surfaces, but between the teeth, too. This is essential for cavity prevention. What’s the best way to go about getting those narrow spaces between teeth? That’s an easy…
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Feel Like A Movie Star With A Smile Makeover
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Smile
This post from Crabtree Dental in Katy is about the miracle of cosmetic dentistry. When you see pictures of celebrities, most look like they have perfectly beautiful, white teeth. Some may be natural. Some may be Photoshopped. Have you ever noticed that some famous individuals with perfect smiles didn’t have the best teeth early in…
The Crabtree Dental Guide To Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Categories: General dentistry, Wisdom teeth
For most of us, our third molars (wisdom teeth) grow in during our late teens or early twenties. At Crabtree Dental in Katy we usually recommend extraction. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves, and their positioning can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease. Additionally, they often come in crooked, crowding the other…
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we recommend that our patients see us every six months for a cleaning and checkup. This recommendation is in keeping with American Dental Association guidelines. Most people, though, only visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some…
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression, but at Crabtree Dental in Katy we caution everyone to think twice before they get one, in particular an oral piercing. Since this is a dental blog, you probably expect us to raise all sorts of alarms warning of the dangers of piercings. You are right. Unfortunately,…
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment At Crabtree Dental
Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you suffered sudden pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the tooth are located.…
Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains
If your smile could use some brightening, what are you waiting for? Professional teeth whitening from Crabtree Dental in Katy can dramatically improve its appearance. It is important to realize that not every smile responds the same to teeth bleaching. The degree of whiteness attained and the treatment time necessary depends on the type of…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, your dental health is our main concern. That’s why we want you to brush and floss after every meal, and see us twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. In addition, there are things you can do – or stop doing – that will help protect your teeth…
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, a serous condition you should definitely not ignore. We provide treatment at Crabtree Dental in Katy. Swelling of the gums occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated,…
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you wear dentures, you know they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth. Denture implants from Crabtree Dental in Katy are a more viable option for many of our patients. The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered…
