A common orthodontic treatment for children, teenagers, and adults is braces. These appliances correct various orthodontic problems, including misaligned and crooked teeth. They also improve smiles, rectify crowded teeth and jaw problems, and make oral hygiene, eating, and speaking easier. Our experienced team at Fresh Dental Care, with five locations...
Dental problems are very common, and things like dental caries, tooth decay, mouth injuries, and periodontitis (gum disease) can lead to needing ways to protect or replace teeth. Dental crowns are frequently used to help cover and support teeth, protect cracked, weakened, or teeth filled after root canals, fill in...
If you’re missing teeth, dental implants are a great way to go. Dental implants are permanent, they perform just like natural teeth, and they’re easy to care for. So, if you’re missing more than one tooth, you may wonder if you can get multiple implants at the same time. The...
Wanting your teeth to be as white as they can be doesn’t just affect women. There’s a big market in whitening for men, too. Although most people’s teeth have that brilliant white shine when they first come in, a lifetime of food, drink, tobacco, and just plain aging can render...
Straighter teeth can bring a range of benefits, from a lower risk of decay and infections to a smile that makes you feel more confident. But there’s no longer one primary way of getting there. At our five Fresh Dental Care locations in Houston, Texas, our expert team offers traditional...
As your child grows, you’re keeping track of all their milestones, but there’s one you’re still wondering about: When should you visit the orthodontist for the first time to find out if they’ll need braces? This is a common question for parents as their children begin to get older. The...
When your teeth are misaligned, it can cause a myriad of issues for your oral health, including lack of ability to chew or eat well, jaw damage, and gum disease. On top of that, it can start to affect your self-esteem. This is where braces come in. Braces are dental devices placed...
Do you usually dismiss the importance of flossing your teeth and just settle for brushing instead? You’re not alone. In fact, studies show that 20% of Americans have reported that they never floss their teeth. However, flossing plays an integral part in keeping your teeth healthy and clean. It can help prevent...
If you have one or more missing teeth, you’re not alone. At least 120 million Americans are in the same boat. And while gap-toothed grins are adorable when seen on little children, missing teeth are no longer cute once you’re an adult. Not only can missing teeth be embarrassing, but they can...
Being afraid of the dentist is common, but dentophobia is a heightened fear of the dentist. It’s estimated that over 75% of adults in the US experience some kind of anxiety associated with going to see the dentist. Somewhere between 5%-10% of those adults experience such intense fear that it...
Fluoride is a mineral used in water and in toothpaste, and occurs naturally by being released from rocks into soil, air, and water. Despite some groups having issues with this mineral in our drinking water, it is actually present in most water though in low concentration. Fluoride is also used in most processed...
Thanks to advancements in orthodontics, even the most misaligned smile can become straight and even. The key is using the right options to correct the specific issues that are getting in the way of a beautiful smile. And in some cases, that means using headgear. That’s particularly true for kids....
If only wishes could come true, everyone would have beautiful, white, and perfectly straight teeth. Tooth decay, gum disease, and accidents that damage or knock out teeth would never happen. Sounds nice, but that’s just not reality. In the real world, stuff happens — even when you do everything right...
Your smile is your calling card to the world. Making the best impression means putting time and effort into oral care. Even the most diligent brushing and flossing routine can fall short if your teeth aren’t naturally bright white, undamaged, and perfectly aligned. You may find the answers you’re looking...
A root canal is not likely to be on your bucket list. Few dental procedures cause such universal dread. Though you will feel better after your root canal since the procedure often relieves the pain that brought you to the dentist. Fortunately, modern root canals are nothing to fear. The...
Fluorosis occurs when your teeth are exposed to higher than normal amounts of fluoride during their developmental phase — usually before the age of eight. About 25% of people in the United States between the ages of 6 and 49 have some degree of fluorosis. In most cases, fluorosis is...
We’ve all been there. You’re at a party with your friends and in walks this woman who flashes this amazing smile. You can’t help but smile back. If you have cosmetic issues with your teeth, you may worry your smile has the opposite effect on others. According to the American...
You can probably think of several reasons a person might want a dental crown: to replace a broken tooth, cover a discolored tooth, or fix a gappy smile. But does anyone really need a dental crown? The answer is a resounding “yes!” In fact, want and need go hand in...
When you lose a tooth, the result is an unsightly gap if it's near the front, or an uncomfortable hole near the rear of your mouth that can make talking and chewing difficult. Additionally, a missing tooth can cause a host of other issues. At Fresh Dental Care, with three...
While it’s normal to think of children wearing dental appliances to adjust and repair problems with teeth, it’s a problem that affects many adults. In fact, an article from the Scientific American indicates an orthodontic epidemic when it comes to our teeth. Nine in ten people suffer from teeth that...
Around 4 million people in the United States wear braces, so it’s not surprising if your dental team says that you need them, too. But what does getting braces feel like, and how do you get used to wearing them? At Fresh Dental Care, with three locations in the Houston...
What happens when you lose an adult tooth and want to replace it? This is the kind of question you probably don’t consider until it happens to you. In the past, you didn’t have any great options. Dentures require a lot of upkeep and can’t do quite the same job...
Temporary gaps in your smile were cute when you were a little kid. But, as an adult, gaps in your bite and missing teeth can lead to real oral health problems, as well as causing a flaw in your appearance. You don’t have to live with gaps or missing teeth....
Proper dental care does more than just prevent gum disease and reduce plaque. It can help keep bacteria from penetrating through tiny cracks in your tooth enamel and infecting the inside of your tooth, causing you to need a root canal to repair damage and mitigate your pain. At Fresh...
Seeing your dentist for regular cleanings is important for keeping your teeth and gums healthy. But, what you do at home is very important, too. Most of us know we need to floss each day. But, even though flossing seems like a pretty simple activity, a lot of people don’t...
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), more than 90% of American adults ages 20-64 have had at least one cavity. What’s more, the NIH also says that more than 20% of Americans live with untreated tooth decay. If you don’t want to be one of those statistics —...
Your teeth are designed to line up properly, giving you an ideal bite, which means that your upper front teeth are slightly forward of your bottom teeth and the peaks and valleys of your upper molars line up with their counterparts below. This ideal bite, however, isn’t one that we...
You may have never had the smile you desire, or perhaps changes have to lessen the luster of your pearly whites. Either way, dental veneers can work magic. Fresh Dental Care, located in Houston, Texas, has helped countless patients smile again, thanks to the magic of veneers. This versatile dental...
As a parent, you love to see your baby smile. To keep children’s smiles bright as they grow, good oral health is critical. However, about 20% of elementary-age children have at least one decayed tooth that hasn’t been treated, and the statistics aren’t much better for adolescents. Poor oral health...
As a parent, you may be wondering what age is the best to have your child start wearing braces. The answer depends, of course, on your individual child, but there are a couple of primary guidelines to follow when discussing this question. The best age for braces, backed by both...
Do you have a problem with a specific tooth that has become cracked or weakened? Does it make you self-conscious or concerned about further problems down the road? A crown can address these dental issues — and more. The team at Fresh Dental Care offers customized dental crowns to help...
It’s difficult to feel your most confidence when you have dull or yellow teeth. And it’s easy for teeth to lose their luster, even with diligent brushing and flossing habits. Fortunately, you can correct this problem when brushing alone falls short. However, before you turn to risky or ineffective over-the-counter...
Smile! Your newly whitened teeth look great. Now, it’s your responsibility to keep them looking that way. To safeguard your winning smile, you must follow certain maintenance procedures. The dental professionals at Fresh Dental Care in Houston want you to have white teeth for as long as possible. After we...
Over 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. Dental decay, gum disease, and trauma are the most common reasons for missing one or more teeth, and the problem worsens as you age. Roughly 30% of adults lose all of their teeth by age 65. Tooth loss has cosmetic,...
Braces are a long-term investment in your dental health. Aside from fixing cosmetic issues such as misalignments, orthodontic treatment also reduces your chances of early tooth decay and jaw pain. But how do you make sure you protect your investment? By avoiding cavities and trauma to your mouth, you can...
You know it’s important to keep your teeth healthy. But it’s all too easy to ignore an unusual symptom in your mouth, assuming maybe you ate something that was too hot or too cold, or have a toothache that will go away on its own. In fact, a recent global...
An infected, damaged, or decayed tooth can cause a wide range of symptoms that may affect the way you chew and move your mouth. A root canal provides relief while saving your tooth and preventing the need for tooth removal and artificial tooth replacement. This highly effective procedure is performed...
Many people think of their smile as their calling card — it should be wide and happy and display rows of perfect white teeth. Unfortunately, though, both age and the environment conspire to rob our pearly whites of their whiteness. That’s where teeth whitening procedures come in. Whether you opt...
If you lose a tooth, you shouldn’t feel ashamed or embarrassed. More than 120 million Americans are missing one or more teeth. So unless you plan to never smile or open your mouth around other people, you should consider a dental procedure that can help you replace your missing tooth...
If you’re one of the 120 million Americans missing one or more teeth, you may want to consider a dental bridge. A dental bridge is a set of permanent false teeth that “bridge” the gap between your existing teeth left by your missing tooth or teeth. At Fresh Dental Care,...
The telltale signs of a tooth infection can be worrying, especially when you haven’t visited the dentist recently. However, when a tooth is infected or decaying, it’s important to intervene early and solve the issue before it gets worse. Root canals are a vital procedure to saving teeth that might...
Some people associate dental coverings or replacements with old age and a lack of vitality. The truth is that dental crowns, which protect what’s left of a tooth, can be found in people of all ages and have helped many people. People need crowns for several reasons, and there are...
The technical name for teeth that don’t quite line up properly is malocclusion. Correct alignment (occlusion) means that your teeth fit in your mouth without crowding or space problems. When you bite down, your upper teeth slightly overlap your lower teeth, and your molars fit together when you have proper...
You’re playing a friendly game of Ultimate Frisbee with your buddies. Your teammate throws you a fast one and you sprint, jump, and reach for it. But the next thing you know, you’re on the ground holding your precious front tooth in the palm of your hand. Yikes. Many of...
Dental veneers are a minimally invasive treatment to perfect the look of your smile. Veneers are wafer-thin pieces of porcelain that go on the front surface of teeth. They’re a permanent solution for a variety of cosmetic and functional dental concerns. Veneers might be best known as a cosmetic procedure....
The last teeth to appear in your child’s mouth are the third molars, commonly known as wisdom teeth. Unlike the rest of the permanent teeth, wisdom teeth erupt after puberty, typically between the ages of 17 to 25. But for many people, there simply isn’t room in their mouths for...
Have you heard about the Invisalign® craze? That’s a pretty apt description of the frenzy that surrounds these revolutionary teeth straighteners. The advent of invisible braces took the world by storm and hasn’t stopped growing. To date, more than 5 million people have chosen to straighten their teeth with these...
Dentures can be a hassle, especially in the first few weeks. Many new denture wearers have difficulty eating and speaking, as it takes time for their jaw and tongue to get accustomed to their teeth. In some cases, new denture wearers talk with a lisp until their tongue relearns how...
Does your partner often complain about your snoring episodes? Do you often awaken during the night to find yourself gasping for breath? If so, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is characterized by short episodes, ranging from a few seconds to one minute, in which you stop...
A crossbite is a dental problem that typically appears when a child starts growing teeth, and sometimes the alignment doesn’t correct itself when adult teeth emerge. Ideally, teeth grow straight up and down, but in a crossbite, some of the teeth are tilted toward the cheeks or the tongue. Although...
If your chewing ability isn’t what it used to be because of missing teeth, it may be time to consider other options. While dentures are one alternative for replacing teeth lost to decay or injury, they can also be uncomfortable and inconvenient. Dental implants offer many benefits over dentures, including...