Archway Dental Blog

Invisalign is an incredibly and increasingly popular way to straighten out a misaligned smile because it offers an easier and more comfortable alternative to braces. Each aligner included in your treatment is specially designed to fit snugly over your teeth while exerting the pressure necessary to gradually push them into better positions, but some patients may find some of their appliances to be especially difficult to place on their teeth. Here’s a brief guide to why your appliances may not fit easily and what you can do to remedy this issue.

Today’s dentures excel at replacing teeth, helping you eat, speak, and grin as usual. Still, even these tooth replacements must be switched at times; they’ll break down and stop working otherwise. The good news is that telltale signs exist for when this switch should happen. If you want to know them in detail, your McKinney dentist will even share the facts. Just keep reading to learn four signs to replace your dentures.

Dental implants are a popular choice for replacing missing teeth because they replace both the crown and roots. Usually made from titanium, they’re placed into the jawbone through the gums. Through osseointegration, implants bond with the jawbone, making them as strong as natural teeth. Taking care of your smile with implants involves both brushing and flossing. Keep reading to discover the right way to floss with dental implants and why it’s so important.

Summertime is the season of fun, when many people head outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and cool off with a refreshing dip in the pool. But did you know that this time of year can be dangerous to your oral health? If you’ll be going outside to take advantage of the beautiful weather this summer, here are some ways you can protect your smile from these common seasonal dangers and avoid a dental emergency.

You’ve been working hard all year, and you deserve a break. Thankfully your summer vacation is right around the corner. Naturally, you want to enjoy your time off and leave your cares behind when you close that laptop and put your phone on do not disturb. But before you head out the door, make sure you’re not setting yourself up for an oral health emergency. After all, the last thing you want to do is cut your sabbatical short to spend time in the dentist’s chair. Here are a few ways you can prevent a dental emergency this season!