Beacon Dentistry Blog

Fall is nearing an end and so is high school football, but your daughter and son are already making plans for the prom coming up in the spring of next year. They have six months to select a formal gown and tuxedo, and to straighten those troublesome teeth that have been bothering them since childhood. Thankfully, your Weatherford dentist has an option to deliver the smile they want by then. Read on to learn about the benefits of Six Month Smiles.

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Do you avoid making dental appointments? Do you create any excuse you can think of to avoid climbing into that big chair so your dentist can take a look at your teeth? Dental anxiety is a common problem; you shouldn’t be ashamed if you are among the countless individuals who start to squirm when they think about getting their mouth worked on. Fortunately, many dentists do everything they can to help their patients feel comfortable. They may even use sedation dentistry to make your appointment a breeze.

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Everyone might grind their teeth occasionally when they’re annoyed or angry, but persistently putting pressure on those pearly whites of yours can lead to serious problems. Bruxism (teeth grinding) can cause headaches and, moreover, it puts that smile of yours in danger. The pressure that you put on your teeth may cause them to break or crack over time. Ouch! What factors are behind bruxism, and what is the best solution for this problem?

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