What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among men and women of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some men and women grind…
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Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?
People that are plagued with dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be difficult,…
Urgent Dental Care Isn’t as Scary as You Think
Many Fort Worth residents will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could crack a tooth, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess, or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, it is critical to see your Fort Worth dentist as soon as…
3 Problems Which May Require A Root Canal
Categories: General Dentistry, Root canal
This post from The Parkway Dentist in Fort Worth is about root canal therapy. Root canals are often feared, but they shouldn’t be, because they allow you to keep a tooth that would otherwise have to be extracted. As the saying goes, knowledge is power. It can help when you understand what is happening during…
Questions To Ask Your Dentist
Your smile is important to you, and it’s important to us too, at The Parkway Dentist in Fort Worth, since it’s our job to help keep it clean and healthy. We encourage all our patients, from newcomers to those who have been with us for years, to bring questions about their smiles to each and…
Treat Oral Infections Early to Prevent Serious Health Consequences
There has been a lot of talk about viral infections lately. In this post from The Parkway Dentist in Fort Worth, we focus on oral infections. There are many causes of oral infections. In children, they are usually caused by tooth decay. The teeth become sensitive to cold beverages. A tooth develops a dull ache.…
Is Your Low-Carb Diet Giving You Dragon Breath?
Many people believe that bad breath is linked to poor brushing. The truth is that there are many causes. At The Parkway Dentist in Fort Worth, we can help you identify the cause of bad breath, and discuss how to cure it. Your diet dramatically affects your breath. Because digestion begins the moment foods enter…
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become complacent about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this blog post from The Parkway Dentist in fort Worth our goal is for you to evaluate where you stand, and to think about whether you could step it up a notch. By committing to dental health best…
Is A Tooth Implant The Same As A Dental Crown?
Categories: Dental Implants
What’s the difference between a dental implant and a crown? The relationship between the two can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure, or used with other dental restorations. In this post from The Parkway Dentist in Fort Worth we’ll clear up the confusion. 1. A dental implant can be a foundation for…
Captivate Audiences Once Again
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Remember when being a toothless five-year-old dazzled friends and family? When a lisp was considered cute and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. Toothless smiles are embarrassing and lisps can make you self-conscious. At The Parkway Dentist in Fort Worth, we can help change that. Your days of enticing delighted looks and commanding a conversation…
