Why You Need to Replace that Lost Tooth

Close Up Photo Of Young Woman With Missing ToothMany dental concerns such as decay or harmful bacteria can be treated with simple restorative procedures such as a filling, crown, or even periodontal cleaning. Other times, however, a dental extraction may be the only viable option when it comes to preserving your smile. Though this addresses the immediate concern, it is important to recognize that you may not be out of the woods yet. In fact, not replacing a lost structure could be even more detrimental to your health. In today’s blog, your Greenville, TX dentist at Smith Family Dentistry would like to inform you why it is imperative to replace your lost tooth.

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Sedation For A Relaxed Dentist Visit

greenville dental sedationIf you find yourself undergoing a complex treatment option, such as oral surgery, or if you simply have serious dental anxiety, then you may worry about the procedure. However, with dental sedation, we have options available to help you enter a calm and relaxed state for the duration of your visit. In today’s blog, your Greenville, TX, dentist looks at our approach to dental sedation.

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How Your Routine Cleaning Really Helps You

Banner of Happy asian woman standing pointing hands to copyspace on blue background. Cute asia girl smiling wearing casual jeans shirt and finger pointing to aside for present promotions.We are often told of the importance of maintaining excellent oral health habits such as flossing and brushing your teeth regularly, and that doing so will achieve a healthy smile for life. What this advice is forgetting, however, is that attending regular checkups and cleanings are the other half of the battle. As we are approaching Thanksgiving and other holidays, keeping your smile in mind should be a top priority so as to combat cavities and other issues caused by our holiday favorites. Fortunately, your Greenville, TX dentist at Smith Family Dentistry is happy to help you in your preventive dental measures, including informing you about the importance of your visit.

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Seek Emergency Care For That Broken Tooth

emergency dental careIf you have a chipped or cracked tooth, then this could mean eventual pain and even the onset of cavities or infection. Fortunately, your Greenville, TX, dentist offers emergency dentistry, so we can schedule a time to see you and repair your tooth quickly. In today’s blog, we’re looking at how you should respond to dental emergencies, and when you should give us a call!

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Protecting Smiles With Tooth Extraction

extractionFillings and crowns help us treat serious issues with a tooth, from damage to decay and infection. However, sometimes issues arise that are simply too severe to be addressed with a filling or crown. Instead, to preserve the smile we need to remove a tooth completely. In today’s blog, your Greenville, TX, dentist explains when we recommend removing a tooth.

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