You’ve probably heard the recent news reports that flossing was dropped as a recommended practice from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans this year. Many people have interpreted this to mean that flossing is no longer important, but Dr. Crabtree and his staff still believe flossing is an important part of daily dental hygiene. Every day…
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Dr. Crabtree On a Mission of Mercy
Last month Dr. Crabtree was pleased to be part of the team of 938 volunteers who came together for the Texas Mission of Mercy event at the 2014 American Dental Association (ADA) Meeting in San Antonio. According to the San Antonio Express newspaper, the event drew quite a crowd the day before the doors even…
Performing All Stages of Implant Dentistry at Crabtree Dental
According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, “It has been estimated that 69 percent of Americans age 35 to 44 have at least one missing tooth, and one in four over the age of 74 have lost ALL their natural teeth. When I attended dental school over 30 years ago, the science of dental…
Professional Enthusiasm
This summer, I began my 32nd year practicing dentistry. At this point along a career path many people are anticipating retirement. I receive so much satisfaction caring for the needs of my patients and transforming smiles that retirement hasn’t yet appeared on my radar. The last couple of years, I have immersed myself in continuing…