Chewing Ice Puts Teeth at Risk
You’ve probably heard before that it’s bad to chew ice, but do you know why that is?
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Universal Precautions for Infection Control
Dear patients, family, and friends, We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. We miss you and we miss our work! Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal lives and routines. While many things have […]
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Oral pH: The Chemistry of Healthy Mouths
Most of us learn a little about the pH scale in our science classes as teenagers.
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Let’s Raise Awareness of Oral Cancer
The American Cancer Society estimates that over 53,000 people will get oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer in 2020.
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What Are All Those X-Rays For?
Just about anyone who’s been to the dentist has had dental X-rays taken.
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COVID-19 URGENT Patient Message
Our office is CLOSED. We are here for you 24/7. It is imperative that we not overwhelm hospital ERs at this time. You may call or text us at 281-531-5700. We see all messages and will respond at the top of every hour! We will be open to all emergencies and taking extraordinary precautions should […]
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COVID-19/Coronavirus Patient Information
Dear Patients and Friends, What a challenging week we have experienced together! I have been following the American Dental Association, the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, and Texas Dental Association as well as CDC for guidelines for how to best serve you safely during this pandemic. My team and I at Smile Source West […]
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From Dental Health to Overall Health
When we think of being healthy, how much are we thinking about oral health?
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Oral Health and What We Drink
What we drink can have a big impact on our oral health, sometimes in ways that seem counterintuitive.
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Why Our Spit Matters
We don’t usually think very much about our spit, but it’s one of the biggest unsung heroes of our oral health.