Local Dental Care for Dental Health
Plano Parkway Dental - Hollywood Smiles
Appointments: (972) 519-0990
Jesse Taylor D.D.S.
Plano Parkway Dental - Hollywood Smiles
4708 W Plano Parkway, Suite 200
Plano, TX 75093
Your existing old silver amalgam fillings contain mercury, a chemical that's been scientifically shown to be more toxic than lead, cadmium, or arsenic. Many people in the Plano, Texas area have made the decision to replace their existing amalgam fillings in order to improve their appearance and their long-term health. Dr. Jesse Taylor of Plano Parkway Dental - Hollywood Smiles can help you.
We accept most insurance carriers. Please check with us prior to your appointment, but it's safe to say we likely accept the type of insurance you carry.
Plano area dentist Dr. Jesse Taylor and his knowledgeable staff can help answer any of your insurance questions. At Plano Parkway Dental - Hollywood Smiles we aim to maximize your insurance benefits and make any remaining balance easily affordable.
There are a variety of payment options available to our valued patients. Plano Parkway Dental - Hollywood Smiles accepts debit cards, credit cards, checks and cash, and even offers convenient monthly payment plans for those who qualify. Call our Plano area dental office today to discuss the right financial options for you.
For your comfort and convenience, Jesse Taylor, D.D.S., may suggest you relax with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) during certain treatments. Offering general dentistry at his practice in the Plano, TX area, Dr. Taylor offers a range of options to help you feel comfortable at the dentist.
At Plano Parkway Dental - Hollywood Smiles, we accept several types of dental insurance. With the proper information, Dr. Taylor and his staff will be happy to file your insurance claim for you. We strive to make the insurance paperwork process as simple and streamlined as possible. You are only personally responsible for the co-pay or deductible amount.
DMR Family Cosmetic Dentistry
Appointments: (401) 596-7734
Diana Radulescu D.D.S.
DMR Family Cosmetic Dentistry
31 Crestview Drive
Westerly, RI 02891
Westerly area cosmetic dentistry at DMR Family Cosmetic Dentistry can produce amazingly natural-looking results! You can have a bright, healthy new smile after just one or two sessions with Diana Radulescu, D.D.S.. It's faster and more affordable than you may think.
If you are missing one or more teeth, you'll want to talk with Westerly area dental implant dentist Dr. Diana Radulescu about replacements that look and feel as natural as your own teeth. If dentures are causing you problems, you may consider dental implants. Unlike dentures, which can be removed, Dr. Radulescu offers dental implants that are permanently anchored into the jaw itself.
For a quality porcelain crown in the Westerly, RI area, Dr. Diana Radulescu is known for natural-looking results. At DMR Family Cosmetic Dentistry, we use quality materials to restore your smile.
Your new tooth colored crown will blend in with the rest of your teeth. Our state-of-the-art techniques will make your smile look healthy and natural again.
Westerly area restorative dentistry at DMR Family Cosmetic Dentistry can produce natural-looking results. If you have a damaged or missing tooth, we can help.
Our highly skilled team will assess your need for a crown, bridge, implant or other procedure to restore or improve your smile. Our goal is to provide quality dental care for your life-long oral health.
Dr. Diana Radulescu, practicing in the Westerly, RI area, can provide you with the highest quality dental crowns available, and restore your smile. Using state-of-the-art materials and cutting-edge techniques, Dr. Radulescu can make your smile look healthy and natural again.
Comprehensive Dental Care
Appointments: (202) 466-3599
Alan Marx D.D.S.
Comprehensive Dental Care
1901 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Suite 905
Washington, DC 20006
Washington DC area Invisalign® dentist Alan Marx, D.D.S. is happy to provide your new clear braces. At Comprehensive Dental Care, we want you to have the straight teeth and beautiful smile you desire.
We're happy to assess your needs create your individual treatment plan for braces. You may be able to have your new Invisalign® aligners sooner than you think!
Comprehensive Dental Care is a trusted Washington DC area dental implants practice providing natural-looking, comfortable tooth replacement. We make it our mission to use a gentle touch during the process.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards to replace missing teeth and provide you with natural-looking results. Our goal is to restore your confidence and your bright, healthy smile.
For comfortable dental hygiene treatment in the Washington DC, District of Columbia area, Dr. Alan Marx is known for having a gentle touch. The friendly team at Comprehensive Dental Care provides teeth cleaning for a whiter smile.
Maintaining good dental hygiene is the foundation for healthy teeth and gums. We're committed to helping you have a lifetime of oral health.
Comprehensive Dental Care practices the highest infection control standards to protect our patients and ourselves. In the Washington DC, DC area, Dr. Alan Marx and his staff strictly observe all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. All instruments are cleaned, disinfected and routinely sterilized as recommended by the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control. Whenever possible, disposable, single-use items are used to ensure your safety.
At Comprehensive Dental Care, we offer quality, personalized care. Serving the Washington DC, DC area, we're happy to discuss the variety of treatment options available to you. If you're interested in sedation or sleep dentistry options, please schedule an appointment with Alan Marx, D.D.S., and we can provide you with all the information you need.
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Root Caries: A Significant Dental Problem
People are living longer and keeping their natural teeth more than ever before. The advances in tooth retention, the desire to look one's best, and higher expectations about oral health have raised dental awareness among older adults.
With the significant increase in the older portion of society, with even greater increases expected, more older adults will have more teeth that are susceptible to root caries. Root caries may emerge as one of the most significant dental problems among older adults during the next decade. A recent study conducted by the National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) showed that over half of older adults have decayed or filled root surfaces. The frequency of root caries is strongly age-dependent and will continue to be a major dental problem among the elderly.
Root caries lesions can be caused by new or primary root caries, caries around existing dental fillings or recurrent caries, and abrasion or erosion of the root surfaces. Root caries progress quickly due to the relatively soft nature of the root surface, as well as the risk factors associated with the incidence of root caries.
Risk factors associated with the high prevalence of root caries among older adults include decrease salivary flow or xerostomia, exposure of root surfaces due to periodontal (gum) disease, chronic medical conditions, radiation treatment for head and neck cancer, physical limitations, and diminished manual dexterity due to stroke, arthritis, or Parkinson's disease, cognitive deficits due to mental illness, depression, Alzheimer's disease or dementia, Sjögren's syndrome (an autoimmune disease), diabetes, poor oral hygiene, multiple medication use, and changes in dietary habits. One or more of these risk factors or life changes, which are more common among older adults, can increase root caries in an individual who has not had dental caries for many years.
Root caries can be a challenge for the dentist to treat depending on the size and the type of root caries lesion, the extent and rate of caries activity for that person, the physical and mental condition of the individual, and where the root caries are located in the mouth. Many root lesions have limited accessibility and visibility, are often more complicated by pre-existing extensive dental work, and are difficult to isolate from oral fluids during the restoration process. Also, many people who have widespread root lesions have limited tolerance for dental treatment because of medical conditions, illness, and mental health problems.
By Denise J. Fedele, DMD, MS
Oral Health Care And Menopause
When women enter menopause, changing hormone levels bring about a variety of symptoms and raise new oral health issues. Women and their doctors must consider the entire range of physical and emotional health implications, including their oral health.
Bone Loss and Oral Health
As natural levels of estrogen decline, women may find themselves at risk for loss of bone density. Jawbones are no different; these structures hold our teeth in place, and loss of jawbone density can lead to tooth loss.
When women lose teeth, there are other immediate considerations. One is the potential loss of nutrition, as people with fewer teeth or with problem teeth tend not to eat well. Second is the loss of confidence or self-esteem that results from any cosmetic changes to our bodies. And third, the financial cost of replacing one or more teeth can stretch even the best-planned budget.
Gum Disease and Tooth Decay
Hormonal changes also can have an impact on the health of gums and teeth. Women may find that their gums become inflamed and bleed easily, and may discover that their teeth are more cavity-prone. Both gum disease and tooth decay can result in losing teeth, another good reason to consider your oral health during this significant time of your life.
Signals of Change
Women may notice a burning sensation or dryness in their mouths. They also may discover that these changes cause food to taste different, leading to a loss of appetite. Be alert to an appetite loss that persists, particularly if you begin to lose weight.
If gums become inflamed or bleed easily, alert your dentist who will check for early signs of gum disease. A receding gum line may indicate bone loss in your jaw, so ask your dentist to examine your mouth and jaw carefully.
Preventive Medicine
Both you and your doctor should discuss prevention techniques, including calcium and vitamin D supplements, and replacement therapy for hormones. These are personal decisions that vary from woman to woman, and your doctor is best equipped to advise you.
What you can do is pay attention to your nutritional needs. Make sure you eat a wide assortment of healthy foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Exercise also is important to maintain your oral health and a healthy lifestyle.
Finally, keeping tabs on your emotional health as you enter menopause is important. A healthy outlook on life enables women to value themselves and seek the care required including: maintaining good oral health, seeing the doctor and dentist regularly, and focusing on healthy eating and exercise.
By Brian J. Gray, DDS, MAGD, FICO
