If you’ve ever been to a dental office (and it’s very likely that you have), you’ve almost certainly had an x-ray taken of your teeth. But while it’s one thing to participate in that, it’s quite another to fully comprehend the ins and outs of x-ray technology. Here’s some information that might enlarge your viewpoint a bit: How does an... read more »

Sugarless gum is a fiercely debated topic as to whether it is good for your oral health or not. Even though individuals with jaw disorders should not be chewing gum, for everyone else, there are indications to suggest that benefits can be had from chewing gum, especially after meals. The best smiles include additional oral health care like chewing sugarless... read more »

Do you care about your smile? Then you should floss each day! Flossing is a key factor to oral health success. To help you understand flossing, our team here at North Texas Dental Associates in Plano, Texas, is happy to talk to you about the importance of flossing each day. Flossing should be an important step in your daily hygiene... read more »

As parents, we always want what is best for our kids. Many of us might not give much thought about whether or not our toothpaste contains fluoride if we are buying for ourselves, but if our child is going to use it, parental sirens can start sounding. Of course, individual parenting decisions are up to nobody else but the parents,... read more »