Highland Smiles Dental Blog

Trips to the dentist are a catch-22: nobody looks forward to them, but the more you go, the better your experience at them will be. So if it’s been a while, you may be feeling some apprehension about a tooth cleaning and are asking yourself, Will it be painful? They don’t have to be. With the right preparation and communication, your next visit can be much more comfortable. Here are 5 simple strategies to help make tooth cleanings less painful.

Your new dentures are an important investment in your oral and overall health. In addition to restoring your beautiful smile, they also make it easier for you to speak, chew, and feel confident in social and professional settings. Naturally, you’ll want to make the most of them so they last as long as possible. Here’s how to care for your new prosthetics so you can continue to enjoy them for years to come!

Dental problems come in all shapes and sizes – fortunately, modern dentistry has adapted to provide equally unique solutions. It’s good to know that there’s a treatment plan out there for you and your specific needs, but sometimes it can be hard to tell what your dentist might recommend.

If you’re wondering whether or not you’ll be needing a filling or some other type of restoration for your pearly whites, keep reading. This post will “fill” in the blanks!

Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option on the market. Since they replace the roots of the missing teeth, they allow for a wide range of additional benefits, including stability, comfort, and longevity. Thanks to modern developments in dental techniques and technology, dental implants are more successful than ever before! Today, guided dental implant surgery is becoming common for more accurate results. Continue reading to learn more about how guided dental implant surgery works and its benefits.

Dental implants are a popular solution for replacing missing teeth, known for their durability and functionality. Unlike natural teeth, they are made from materials such as titanium and zirconia, which are resistant to decay. However, a common question arises among patients: Can dental implants get cavities? Understanding the relationship between dental implants and cavities requires examining the nature of implants, how they interact with surrounding tissues, and the factors that influence their longevity.

If there’s one thing that Texas heat inspires in people, it’s the desire to take a vacation somewhere far, far away. Now that we’re at the height of summer, it’s the perfect time to load up the family and take a trip. Before you go, however, it’s important to keep in mind what you should do for your family’s teeth.

If you aren’t careful, it’s easy to see your oral health slip a bit when you’re on summer vacation. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to ensure that doesn’t happen.

Is your child graduating soon? Whether it’s from high school or college, this is an exciting milestone, which comes with taking lots of photos and videos with loved ones. For that reason, many students are interested in addressing minor gaps, noticeable chips, and stubborn stains before the big day. If that’s the case, then keep reading to learn three cosmetic dental treatments that are ideal for graduating students!

If you received a refund this tax season, you’re probably interested in how you can most wisely invest it. While it might be tempting to splurge on some much-desired luxuries, your tax refund can do a lot of long-term good if you know how to spend it. Luckily, an easy way to invest your tax refund that will reliably pay significant dividends over time is getting those needed dental treatments that you may have been putting off. Here’s how your dentist can help ensure that this year’s tax refund can keep paying off for years to come.

Spring is in the air, which means your windows are probably open as you deep clean your home. However, your cabinets and closets aren’t the only things that need cleaning. There isn’t any better time than now to give your smile a spring cleaning. Here’s how you can ensure your teeth and gums are healthy.

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When you think about strengthening your heart, what comes to mind? Jumping rope? Eating healthy? What about keeping your mouth clean with good oral hygiene? The truth is that your whole body is connected through complex systems. What affects one part can have consequences for another. But how?

If you want to learn more about the connection between oral hygiene and cardiovascular health, continue reading.