Why Treating Severe Tooth Decay Matters

There are many reasons to treat tooth decay as soon as it develops. With prompt treatment, it can often be stopped while it’s still relatively minor, and treatment may consist of simply cleaning and filling the cavity that has formed. As a progressive concern, the damage that tooth decay causes to your natural tooth structure will continue to grow worse the longer it’s left untreated. If you hesitate to address it, or fail to detect it before it becomes severe, then treating your tooth decay could be a more serious concern. (more…)

How Your Smile Can Recover After Tooth Loss

Recovering from most common oral health concerns often means treating a tooth with a custom restoration in order to preserve its remaining healthy, natural structure. The ultimate goal is usually to help you prevent losing the tooth and improve its chances of avoiding any more trouble in the future. However, recovering from the loss of a tooth is different. Without any natural tooth structure remaining to restore, addressing the problem and restoring your smile will require replacing all of the lost tooth’s structure. (more…)

4 Things to Consider Before You Get a Dental Crown

For many people who experience problems with one of their teeth, such as a fracture or break in its structure, a custom-designed dental crown is the ideal option for restoring it. Dental crowns are designed to mimic healthy, natural tooth crowns, down to the specific size, shape, contour, and dimensions of the tooth’s crown. Placing a custom crown over the damaged tooth will stop it from becoming more damaged, restore the tooth’s ability to function, and in many cases, improve the tooth’s natural appearance. (more…)

How to Know that You Might Need a Tooth Filling

Once you know that you have a cavity, the symptoms of it can seem obvious, and can the need to treat your tooth as soon as possible. However, until you know you have one, the development of a cavity might not always be immediately obvious. Fortunately, you can spot it faster and more effectively if you know what signs to look for. Today, we examine a few ways that you might know you need a tooth filling, and why it’s important to treat the tooth decay as soon as possible, before the symptoms of it get worse. (more…)

When Porcelain Veneers Can Address Multiple Blemishes

Conroe, Tx Porcelain VeneersPesky stains and other cosmetic blemishes can really affect how you feel about the quality of your smile. In the wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic, however, finding the time to address these issues can become difficult, especially when trying to remain safe and healthy. While you may be taking steps to improve your oral health at home, your teeth’s appearance may still be sub-par no matter what at-home treatment you use. At The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, TX we recognize that confidence can come from having a beautiful grin, and we recommend considering porcelain veneers to get the job done.

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What Bruxism Does To Your Smile

Conroe Teeth GrindingSuffering from dental related issues such as teeth grinding, chipping or cracking a tooth, and more can not only affect your day-to-day routine but may even become so severe you may result in needing a dental crown to protect your smile from further damage. Believe it or not, many of these circumstances can be caused by the unconscious phenomenon of grinding your teeth in the middle of the night. At The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, Texas, we recognize the potential threats that bruxism causes to your grin, and we want to make sure that you are aware of your options if you run into any issues down the road from grinding.

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When Should You Consider a Tooth Extraction?

Tooth Extraction ConroeWhen keeping your oral health in mind, it is important to understand what is best for your health. If you are experiencing issues such as previous restorations failing, your tooth lacking enough healthy structure, and more, there may not be as many options for correcting the situation as you might have previously thought. At The Dental Center of Conroe in Conroe, Texas, we understand that at times, a tooth can be beyond saving and it may be necessary to have it extracted if it means protecting your oral health.

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What to Do During a Dental Emergency

Close-up Of A Man Having Tooth Problem wit ha missing tooth.Dental emergencies can be frightening for a myriad of reasons. They can occur at any given moment from a variety of circumstances, they often involve significant discomfort, and can also result in damage or infection. In the event of a dental emergency, it is critical you understand what your next best steps are and what to do next. Fortunately, The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, Texas can provide you with the urgent treatment you need to help you in your time of need, preserving your smile and alleviating the concern.

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When to Consider a Dental Implant

Mandibular removable prosthesis All on 2 system supported by implants with ball attachments. Medically accurate dental 3D illustrationWhile you may be practicing good oral health habits at home such as brushing your teeth and flossing routinely in addition to other steps you may be taking, the fact of the matter is that dental emergencies, infections, cavities, and more may still occur and affect you, and their consequences can be rough. These circumstances may lead to losing a single tooth, a few teeth, or even partial or complete tooth loss altogether. In the event of this, however, our Conroe, Texas dentist at The Dental Centre of Conroe can still help to improve your smile with the help of a dental implant.

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Steps You Can Take to Improve Your Oral Health

Portrait of pretty young woman brushing her teeth in the bathroom at home.From a young age, everyone is told to brush regularly, floss, and maintain good habits to keep your smile in tip-top condition. While the majority of individuals do this, it is important to note that there are more steps you can take. The fact of the matter is, unfortunately, there is a myriad of threats to your oral health – some of which you experience on a daily basis – that could be potentially detrimental. At The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, Texas, we make it our priority to provide our clients with convenient and comprehensive dental care, in addition to information for maintaining your vibrant smile. By adhering to the following tips, you can ensure your smile is fit for a lifetime.

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