Tooth enamel is the hardest tissue in your body. It’s made of carbonate substituted hydroxyapatite crystallites. Your teeth are strong enough to withstand the 200 pounds of pressure you exert when biting down. Still, your teeth are not indestructible. They can crack and chip. The process your oral health specialist will use when treating a…
What are the most common dental problems that call for a visit to the dentist? If you have one of the issues described below, you aren’t alone. Learn more about these dental problems and how you can take good care of your dental health, comfort, and overall wellness. For dental treatment, contact Lovett Dental Webster…
Flossing is an integral part of proper oral health, regardless of your age and the current condition of your teeth and gums. Understanding the benefits of flossing daily can help you keep yourself motivated and disciplined when it comes to maintaining your oral health. It’s an excellent way to prevent issues such as tooth decay…
Your oral health is an essential aspect of your total body health. Tooth decay can undermine your oral health and create severe problems down the road. It’s vital to understand how decay can occur. Let’s answer the question, “How does tooth decay develop?” and explain preventive steps you can take to stop it. Contact Lovett…
At Lovett Dental Webster, we serve people from all around the great state of Texas. Our emergency dental services provide our patients with the fast and affordable care they need to feel good about their smile and live in comfort again. You may feel panicked when a dental emergency happens, partly due to the inconvenience…
Your smile has the ability to change the direction of your life and give you a much-needed source of confidence in today’s stressful society. Keep reading to learn how to prevent teeth shifting so that your teeth continue to work as an advantage in your life. Benefits of a Stunning Smile Did you know that…
When your breath is less than fresh, it can impact your relationships and your confidence. Fortunately, it is possible to fix this problem permanently instead of just trying to use mints to cover up your breath. Keep reading to learn all about the most common causes of bad breath and discover what you can do…
Fluoride is a mineral that is essential for healthy, strong teeth. As babies, fluoride makes teeth stronger and more resistant to decay before they erupt through the gum surface. After a child’s teeth grow in, fluoride remineralizes the teeth to strengthen weak enamel and reverse the early signs of decay. Most fluoride comes from our…
Though you cannot see the soft root of your tooth buried under your gum, these roots play an important role in oral health. If you do not get proper treatment for an infection or damage to the root of your tooth, you can end up losing your tooth. Fortunately, an apicoectomy can fix the damage…
Sometimes our pediatric dentists see cases where a child’s tooth pulp has become damaged. These cases may require apexogenesis to support healthy root development or another type of vital pulp therapy. Vital pulp therapy is especially important when a young patient has damage to the root of a permanent tooth. If your child experiences extreme…