At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, many of our new patients come to us because a current patient recommended our practice. This is, of course, very flattering. It’s important to any dental practice to get new patients, but when they come to us because a current patient is so pleased with our care, it is…
General dentistry
Is The Humble Toothbrush Obsolete?
Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we assure you that the answer is no – an old school manual toothbrush is one of your best friends, when it comes to maintaining your dental health. “Wait a minute,”…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we are big advocates of good dental health, and really promote regular brushing and flossing. Since we’re a dental practice that should come as no surprise. Many of our patients bring questions with them to their checkups, like which toothpaste to use or proper tools and techniques. We think…
Be Glad We Have X-Ray Vision
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
During a dental checkup at Crabtree Dental in Katy we do a thorough inspection of your teeth and gums. But visual inspections can’t tell us everything we need to know, which is why we take x-rays. For most patients, we update our x-rays once a year. They help us to make accurate diagnoses by showing…
Be Glad We Have X-Ray Vision
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
During a dental checkup at Crabtree Dental in Katy, we do a thorough inspection of your teeth and gums. But visual inspections can’t tell us everything we need to know, which is why we take x-rays. For most patients, we update our x-rays once a year. They help us to make accurate diagnoses by showing…
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease can sneak up on anyone. It’s a serious, progresssive condition that, if left untreated, can result in the loss of teeth. Gum disease is treatable at Crabtree Dental in Katy. We have put together a little quiz so you can test your knowledge about gum disease. 1. Which of the items below are…
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Visiting Crabtree Dental in Katy for semiannual dental checkups and cleanings can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times. But you may benefit in ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that people who have their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have a heart attack,…
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth, but also with how it influences your complete physical health and general well-being. This post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to anyone with diabetes as well those who are…
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
This post from Crabtree Dental in Katy focuses on professional cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are essential because they work together to maintain oral health. We encourage our patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing…
Preventing Tooth Decay
Tooth decay is one of the most pervasive dental health issues. It’s especiallly problematic in children, but adults can get cavities, too. We fill cavities every day at Crabtree Dental in Katy. Blame it on Bacteria The cause of tooth decay is bacteria. Bacteria live in your mouth and mingle with plaque and acids to…
