Hello, friends and neighbors in the Fort Worth area! Have you been searching for the right dentist to fix your crooked, stained, or chipped teeth? The team at The Parkway Dentist wants to end your search! We specialize in porcelain veneers, which are a terrific, minimally-invasive answer for cracked, stained, or chipped teeth. Porcelain veneers…
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Teeth Whitening: Do It Right

As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their luster. Dark colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid coffee, wine and cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Have you considered tooth whitening? Teeth whitening at The Parkway Dentist is…
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?

Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Some of the most common concerns of Benbrook, Arlington, and Saginaw dental patients pertain to cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening. Because many dental products such as toothpaste and mouthwash say they can whiten your teeth, it’s natural to think about changing your…
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…
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease

Here is some critical news for anyone who cares about their dental health: periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a principal cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is connected to heart disease. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is revealed in the early stages. What warning signs…
Let’s Talk About Your Smile

I’m Justin Cook of The Parkway Dentist. My office is located at 4200 Bryant Irvin Rd Ste 101 in Fort Worth. One of the best things about being a dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long-term dental goals. I enjoy discussing options and…
Tooth Whitening: What The ADA Has To Say

When a cosmetic dentistry procedure becomes popular, it’s natural to want to experience dramatic results for yourself. However, responsible dental patients should know what the American Dental Association has to say regarding common cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening. The ADA advises patients to meet with their dentist before starting any bleaching regimen. An…
What Can The Parkway Dentist Do For You?

Hello, and welcome to the Fort Worth dental health blog. My name is Dr. Justin Cook and I want to tell you about our Fort Worth practice, The Parkway Dentist. We work hard to keep our patients satisfied. Our most popular services are: cosmetic dentistry dental implants sedation dentistry family dentistry orthodontics We serve…
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…
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,…