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 »

Have you ever had a dental cleaning? At Family Dentistry of Frisco, all patients receive a pain-free, gentle, refreshing dental cleaning. All new patients, at their initial dental cleaning appointment, are introduced to the staff and the office so they can get some background with who their hygienist is. The hygienist would then start with asking general questions about your... read more »

Do you fear dentistry? Do you fear having dental work done? Fear is always of the known or the unknown of dentistry. The known and the unknown is always some knowledge from a time when our patients were children or as an adult. This fear is a fear that is not able to be controlled. It is heart-wrenching to know... read more »

When a tooth is damaged from decay, our team can remove the decay and restore the tooth using a dental filling. When a tooth has aesthetic flaws, dental bonding can be used to improve the tooth's cosmetic appeal. Today we want to look at which restoration might be best suited for your needs. Dental Bonding This is an easy and... read more »

In most cases, dentists try to save a tooth because they are important to your smile's form and function. But on occasion, a dentist might recommend extracting a tooth. When there is overcrowding in the mouth and prior to wearing orthodontics, one or more teeth might need to be pulled to make enough space for the teeth to shift properly.... read more »

Fall is slowly but surely in the air, and that means we're in the home stretch for this year when it comes to getting dental cleanings done. That's because if you have dental insurance, your plan likely rolls over again on January 1st. Now is a good time to get your dental cleanings scheduled so you and your family can... read more »

When it comes to your smile, healthy gums are as important as healthy teeth! Without your gums to hold your teeth in place, your teeth would eventually fall out. Harmful oral bacteria and bacterial plaque cause tooth decay and cavities along with gum disease. Your gums also protect your body from the bad oral bacteria from causing problems. This is... read more »