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General Dentistry
Say Goodbye To Old Amalgam Fillings
Do you remember what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? When you opened your mouth to laugh or yawn, the people with you could see only pearly white molar surfaces. (Unless, of course, you had been munching Oreos.) If you are like many men and women, you started developing tooth decay…
Is Your Smile Holding You Back?
Have you ever taken an unplanned trip to the grocery store looking completely unkempt in a rush to pick up an emergency item – say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your…
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those individuals who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, The Parkway Dentist is here for you. Dr.Justin Cook has been treating this common issue since 1973. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can…
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
When it comes to oral cancer mortality rates, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that begin in the mouth (or oral cavity) are specified as…
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
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…
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…
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…
