A bright, confident smile is a valuable asset that enhances your overall appearance while boosting your self-esteem. However, missing teeth can diminish your smile's radiance and hinder daily activities such as eating and speaking. Thanks to modern dental advancements, there are effective solutions available, including All-on-Four implants and single dental implants. Today we are exploring the unique features, benefits and... read more »
As the saying goes, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," and this is especially true when it comes to your dental health! April is National Oral Health Month, a time to focus on the importance of dental cleanings and exams and dental hygiene education to keep your teeth and gums healthy and appealing. Dental Cleaning: What... read more »
If you have ever had a root canal treatment done you know that it removes the damaged tooth pulp and nerves deep inside the teeth. This pulp lies beneath the dentin which is the layer right under the tooth enamel. When the pulp is infected or inflamed from extensive tooth decay or dental injury, the tooth could die and require... read more »
The holidays are in full swing and most of us are rushing around trying to get everything done that needs our attention. Meanwhile, dental emergencies can crop up. Thankfully, our Family Dentistry of Frisco team offers same-day treatment with same-day examinations for dental emergencies. Not all dentists offer dental emergency treatment! Dr. Paresh Patel is pleased to help you and... read more »
Missing teeth need to be replaced, and not just so your smile can look good again. After losing a tooth, the supporting bone tissue starts to resorb and deteriorate. Because teeth maintain jawbone density, losing a tooth can leave you with lost bone mass in your jaw as well as affect how you speak and eat. Missing teeth can also... read more »
Dental implants protect your oral health after losing a tooth. They stop the breakdown of the essential jawbone that held the tooth in place. Tooth roots not only keep the bone tissue strong (by stimulating it during chewing) but also retain its proper shape. Without it, you can actually look like you are aging prematurely! Dental implants are an exceptionally... read more »
With the warm weather and school being out, a lot of folks are out and about, taking vacations and enjoying the great outdoors. Along with recreational activities and sports, accidents can happen, leaving an injury to you or your a loved one's smile. Our Family Dentistry of Frisco office offers unscheduled visits with our emergency dentist and team. Help for... read more »
Do you know that dental implants can beautifully restore one lost tooth or a whole dental arch in your mouth? This modern marvel feels like your natural teeth and looks like one too. You can even clean it like your own teeth! This replacement tooth functions as both the root and crown so that it is held securely in position... read more »
Having access to immediate emergency dental care means being better able to protect your smile, save a tooth and prevent potential complications. Particularly if you or a family member has a knocked-out tooth! This particular instance is time-sensitive because the tooth will need to be replaced within 1-2 hours or it dies. Dental trauma can happen anytime when you least... read more »
There's a reason dental insurance typically pays for two cleanings every year. That's because routine dental cleanings and exams help keep dental problems (and expenses) to a minimum. Catching issues early means treating them with our Family Dentist of Frisco team is the least costly and invasive to treat! If you are tempted to put off those visits before you... read more »
