Flashing a healthy, appealing smile is good for your oral health and your self-esteem. Restoring your natural teeth is important because they are usually better for your smile than having to replace them with tooth substitutes. Our Family Dentistry of Frisco team is pleased to be able to use dental fillings and root canals to help you keep your natural... read more »
When it comes to keeping your smile healthy, there are two kinds of dental cleaning treatments. Of course, everyone is used to the teeth cleaning you get when you come in for your bi-annual dental checkups and exams. Using special tools, our dental hygienist will remove hardened dental plaque, also known as tartar or calculus. Your toothbrush is great at... read more »
When it comes to your smile, orthodontics can fix a host of problems with your mouth such as crooked or crowded teeth, gapped and spaced teeth, or bite issues -- overbite, open bite, underbite or crossbite. Our dentist, Dr. Paresh B. Patel and our skilled team are proud to offer Invisalign® clear aligners in Frisco, Texas for patients seeking straighter... read more »
People whiten their teeth for a variety of reasons, but the essential one is that they are unhappy with the appearance of their pearly whites. And often for good reason, because your teeth can attract stains and discoloration, darkening and dulling their surface. Fortunately, you can restore your teeth to their pearly luster with the right care combined with a... read more »
Do you have problems with grinding your teeth while you sleep? If you wake up with a stiff jaw, headache or premature wear and tear on your tooth enamel, you might be dealing with a common dental condition called bruxism. Bruxism is the act of clenching and grinding your teeth often done unconsciously in your sleep. Left untreated, bruxism can... read more »
When it comes to your smile, it's important to take good care of your teeth and gums to keep your natural teeth as long as possible. Still, there are times when a tooth may need to be extracted (or pulled) from your mouth. When a normal tooth is extracted, its replacement will need to be made to ensure that you... read more »
When it comes to dental surgery, it is vital for you to follow the post-operative instructions given to you by our team to help ensure your quick recovery, avoid unnecessary pain and prevent complications from arising. Following your post-operative surgery instructions also helps ensure the success of the oral surgery treatment. Your post-op instructions will address the following: -Bleeding -Bruising... read more »
If you are tired of seeing dark stains on your teeth when you look into the mirror, getting your teeth whitened can quickly restore your smile's beauty and doesn't take a lot of time or money to do. Spring is a great time to get your six-month teeth cleaning, and many patients also opt to have teeth whitening done as... read more »
I waited until I was 49. I wished I had done it earlier with Dr. Paresh B. Patel and Family Dentistry of Frisco! First, it started with getting periodontal disease where my gums receded. I started to get black triangles at the top of my teeth. It was embarrassing as I prided myself on my appearance. I love to smile... read more »
Our dental team strongly encourages our patients to be proactive with their oral health. This means brushing and flossing daily, limiting sugary and acidic foods and drinks, and coming in at least twice a year for dental checkups and cleanings. When you come in, we also may suggest dental sealants or fluoride treatments if your teeth need extra protection. Dental... read more »
