by Dental Group of Amarillo | Jun 29, 2016 | Uncategorized
Crowns are one of the most common restorative procedures we perform in our office! Here are some other interesting facts about teeth and our favorite “crowns”: Myth: Did you know a common myth surrounding one of our founding fathers, George Washington, was that he had...
by Dental Group of Amarillo | Jun 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
Gum disease can be serious business if left untreated. The good news is, with regular maintenance and good oral hygiene, you can avoid and even reverse the early stages of gum disease. We’ve put together some tips for you that will help you prevent gum disease....
by Dental Group of Amarillo | May 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
Why do we have wisdom teeth? Third molars, or wisdom teeth, were once very useful to our ancestors. Because prehistoric man’s diet of hard-to-chew plants and uncooked meat required powerful chewing muscles, our ancestors’ jaws were large enough to fit 32 teeth, not...
by Dental Group of Amarillo | May 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
Oral cancer screenings are performed regularly at dental exams, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be paying attention to your dental hygiene between appointments. Taking matters into your own hands is the best way to maintain your oral health. Not sure how to screen...
by Dental Group of Amarillo | Apr 20, 2016 | Uncategorized
We’re all familiar with cavities – the anxiety before going to the dentist, the satisfaction of leaving without having to return for fillings. As routine as cavity treatment seems, tooth decay, or dental caries, is more complex than we often realize. Keep reading to...
by Dental Group of Amarillo | Apr 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
Gum disease and pulpal infections are both unpleasant on their own, but did you know that they are linked? Many people don’t realize that one condition often leads to another, and that makes oral care even more important! We have all sorts of information about the...