The Austin Lakes Dental Blog
Trusted tips and answers from Dr. Scott T. Gordon and our team — to help you keep your smile healthy for life.
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Top Reasons to Consider Dental Veneers for Your Teeth
Dental veneers are coverings that sit on the front, visible surfaces of the teeth.
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4 Reasons to Get General Dentistry Preventive Treatments
Preventive care often gets overlooked as it relates to general dentistry, however, it plays a key role in oral health.
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How an Experienced Implant Dentist Can Improve Your Smile
An implant dentist can replace one or more missing teeth and thereby improve the appearance of your smile.
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How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Dental Cleaning
Parents can prepare their children for a dental cleaning appointment by explaining the process and showing them what will happen.
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Cleaning Tips From a General Dentist
Learn useful pointers from a general dentist to effectively clean teeth at home between appointments by using the right techniques and developing healthy dental habits.
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Popularity and Availability of CEREC Crowns
If you want to find out more about the availability and popularity of CEREC crowns, here are the details.
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How a General Dentist Treats Cavities
Prompt treatment of cavities is important, and a general dentist tailors each individual procedure to the location, size, and depth of the tooth decay.
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How Your Health Can Benefit from Regular General Dentist Visits
Regular visits to a general dentist, along with good oral hygiene, keeps harmful mouth bacteria from spreading into the body and helps maintain overall health.
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When Should a Child See a Family Dentist?
Dental professionals recommend that a child should visit the dentist within six months after teething starts.
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What if a General Dentist Does Not Treat an Abscessed Tooth
If a tooth develops a puss sac, the general dentist needs to immediately address this abscess to prevent the bacterial infection from spreading throughout the body.
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What to Expect When Getting X-rays From a General Dentist
A general dentist uses X-rays to detect abnormalities or cavities not seen on the visible surface. Dental X-rays use low radiation, and a lead apron protects patients.
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When You Need a Mouthguard From a General Dentist
A custom-fit mouthguard from a general dentist provides maximum comfort, helps prevent the effects of bruxism, and protects the tongue, gums, and teeth from sports injuries.
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