Your daily brushing and flossing routine is crucial to thwarting dreaded cavities and gum disease from invading your smile, but by itself, it’s still not enough to maintain top-notch oral health. There is a reason we recommend regular dental cleanings and exams! Seeing our dental team for routine dental checkups and cleanings supports your daily oral hygiene efforts by taking... read more »

Dental crowns are one of the more popular methods used to fix broken teeth. They’re also great at healing damaged smiles too. But the process of getting a crown - or when you’d even need one - isn’t something that many people are intimately familiar with. This is a good thing, since crowns are usually used only when you have... read more »

If the number of cavities you develop despite daily oral hygiene practices seems unfair, especially compared to people who never have cavities, our team is here to help you. We review how genetics can increase your risk of cavities by causing soft tooth enamel and teeth that are crowded. When genetics are largely responsible for the risk of cavities, the... read more »

Although you may be taking the time to assess your oral health care in terms of any damage that may be occurring, it is possible that you're not giving yourself the necessary inspections to catch underlying conditions that may not be easily visible, which is frequently the case with gum disease. Gum disease is a serious disease present in your... read more »

What do you think of when you hear the words dental damage? What about tooth hazard risks? Although we often think about oral accidents and injuries, the truth is that most incidents that occur with your oral health are due to foods and drinks you consume. Because the products you eat on an everyday basis are at such a high... read more »

Are you looking for ways to reduce your fear of the dentist? If so, we can help you! Dental anxiety is a serious condition that needs to be taken seriously. That is why, our dentist, Dr. Jim D. Nored with Crosby Dental Center in Crosby, Texas, is here to assist you with advice on how to overcome your fear of... read more »

Did you know, you can conquer your bad breath troubles? Yes, it’s true! Bad breath doesn’t have to be an issue each day in your personal life. To help you conquer your bad breath, our dentist, Dr. Jim D. Nored with Crosby Dental Center in Crosby, Texas, is happy to help you! Bad breath, more commonly known as halitosis, can... read more »

Are you practicing effective toothbrush care? Have you selected a toothbrush that can adequately fulfill the needs required of it? Are you using the proper techniques to clean your teeth? All of these questions and more should always be answered due to the significance of brushing your teeth. It is suggested that you should brush your teeth twice every day,... read more »

An incomplete smile can cause numerous oral health risks. A single lost tooth can increase the rate at which tooth decay can occur. Missing teeth can also lower your mouth’s ability to function properly and can even cause other healthy teeth to move around due to gaps between teeth that will now exist. Thus, a replacement will be required. One... read more »

If you are in need of a therapeutic mouthwash to help keep your smile safe and add additional protection for your teeth and gums, be sure to visit your dentist for product recommendations and suggestions. With a therapeutic mouthwash, you can help treat numerous oral ailments that can exist and can help to effectively wash away plaque buildup and food... read more »