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Apr
13
Wisdom teeth start out deep within the gum tissues at the back of your mouth. They typically attempt to emerge at some point in late adolescence after all of your permanent molars have come in. Unfortunately, most people have very…
Mar
14
Teeth can wear down over time. Even if you do everything you can to protect them, they still age just as any other part of your body does. However, that does not mean you are doomed to toothless mouth when…
Mar
10
If you are interested in having your teeth whitened and live in Mesquite, Texas, come into North Mesquite Dental for a convenient teeth whitening treatment! You will be glad to know that our powerful teeth whitening treatment is a quick,…
Feb
24
Did you know that there are quite a few things you should do to keep your pearly whites healthy and strong? For instance, you may know that it’s vital to brush and floss your teeth on a regular basis–however, did…
Feb
15
A dental crown is often used by Dr. Tina Foss to repair a tooth affected by tooth decay, damaged enamel or a significant cosmetic imperfection. This involves two distinct stages of treatment. During the first step, the entire tooth enamel…
Jan
23
Fillings have a limited lifespan. While they are meant to repair a tooth for a long time to come, large fillings can fail sooner than small fillings. This is even more likely to happen if you struggle to maintain consistent…
Jan
05
Do your gums ever bleed and swell when you brush and floss your teeth? Do you suffer from constant bad breath? If so you might be a victim of gum disease, and it’s best to get it treated as soon…
Dec
20
Plaque and tartar are dangerous substances, especially because they promote gum disease. But what are the differences between the two? If you’re not sure, our North Mesquite Dental dental team is more than happy to tell you! Here is the…
Dec
07
This busy holiday season, don’t let the traditional culinary fare derail your healthy smile. Not only can you maintain your healthy smile while the holiday feasting surrounds us with excess sugar and acids, you can use the following tips to…
Nov
18
If a tooth is too badly decayed to be treated with a dental filling, Dr. Tina Foss may recommend a root canal in Mesquite, Texas. During this procedure, our dentist will remove the nerve and pulp from the inside of…
Nov
04
Dental fillings are designed to restore the full function of a tooth and prevent complications after it was attacked by tooth decay. The pervasive bacteria living in your mouth can exploit the seam between the filling and the surrounding healthy…
Oct
18
Dental anxiety is a real thing – it’s not just in your head. Millions of Americans suffer from debilitating anxiety which prevents them from getting the oral health care they need and deserve. If you have dental anxiety, however, you…