Bad Taste In Your Mouth?
June 30, 2009
If you constantly have a bad taste in your mouth, it could be a sign of an underlying problem somewhere in your mouth. Bacteria are the major cause of bad breath and bad tastes in the mouth. The question is: Where is the bacteria hiding where you may not be able to get to it? It could be a new cavity or a suspicious area around a filling or crown.
Another possibility is that food is getting caught in an area which is not being brushed or flossed properly. Therefore, the first step should always be to brush at least twice a day and to floss daily. If the taste is still present after improving oral hygiene, call your dentist for an exam.
Finally, a bad taste could be a sign of gum disease (periodontal disease). Bacteria can reside in deep pockets between the teeth and gums. If you have not had a cleaning in over a year, schedule and exam with your dentist as soon as possible.
Seeing is believing! Our intraoral camera will open your eyes!
June 25, 2009
The single most powerful piece of technology in our practice (for Doctor and Patient) is the intraoral camera. Why? Because seeing is believing! What if your dentist could SHOW you what was wrong with your tooth on a large television set? Well, in our office, that’s exactly what’s available to you.
As a result, the “trust factor” goes way up and any doubts, questions, fears are immediately addressed with a clear picture of the tooth and the treatment that is needed is validated quickly. Fear can be driven by the unknown.
Our camera can also validate your GOOD oral health and the fact that there’s absolutely nothing wrong with your teeth at all! How wonderful! Every new patient that comes into our office for a comprehensive exam receives a “tour of your mouth” with our camera. See all that is good in your mouth, see what may need a little help.
Call us today for an appointment to see your teeth on TV! 817-292-5957
A nightguard can help with Teeth Grinding
June 24, 2009
If you wake up with sore jaws, or all of your teeth in general “ache” and you experience constant headaches, you may be clenching and/or grinding your teeth. Teeth grinding can seriously wear down and damage tooth structure. Most people don’t even realize they have this habit because most of it occurs during sleeping hours.
A nightguard is one way to help protect your teeth when the heaviest forces are put on your teeth.
Referrals are the highest compliment
June 19, 2009
At Drs. Stovall & Cheng’s office, we always welcome new patients into our practice. Referrals from our existing patients are absolutely the highest compliment we can receive.
Our goal is to give each patient the best care and caring possible to help you keep your teeth for a lifetime. When you send your friends and loved ones, it tells us that we’re accomplishing our goal.
We thank all of our wonderful patients for their referrals over the years and look forward to meeting more of your friends and family!
Cerec, the one-visit porcelain crown
June 17, 2009
Our Cerec technology allow us to make a porcelain crown in one visit! No temporaries, no “goopy” material to stick in your mouth. In about an hour and a half, you can walk out of our office with a brand new crown without a return visit.
We have had Cerec technology for the past five years. In fact, we were the first practice in Fort Worth to have Cerec. As you can see, Cerec produces strong, natural-looking crowns. Call our office today for an appointment! 817-292-5957
Food trap
June 16, 2009
Quick Tip:
Do you have areas in your mouth where food traps between the teeth? Take a piece of floss and tie a knot in the floss. Once you position the floss between the teeth, gently pull the knot through the area and it will pull out any food trapped in the area.
It’s very important to clean out these areas as soon as possible to the prevent a cavity or gum problems. Have your dentist evaluate why food is catching in between the particular teeth. It could be a loose filling, the tooth may have shifted or you may have a cavity.
Guide to America’s Top Dentists
June 11, 2009
http://www.consumersresearchcncl.org/Healthcare/Dentists/top_dentists.html#top
Not only will you find Dr. Barry Stovall (listed as J Stovall) and Dr. Johnny Cheng on this prestigious list, but you will also find very valuable dental information.
Lengthening Short Teeth
June 3, 2009
Most people are not happy with their smile because of the color of the teeth. The proportionate length and width of teeth, however, are just as important. If you have white teeth but do not have proper symmetry of length and width matched to your face, that may be the limiting factor on how satisfied you are with your smile.
The case shown below was recently completed in our office and is a wonderful example of how changing the proportions on teeth can make an unbelievable difference.
Please call today for a smile consultation if you’re unsatisfied with your smile. 817-292-5957
Tetracycline Stain and Worn Teeth from Grinding
May 27, 2009
Tetracyline is an antibiotic that was widely prescribed for pregnant women and children from the 1950’s through the late 1970’s. One of the possible side effects was permanent staining of teeth. In this case, presence of tetracycline staining and severe wear from teeth grinding led this patient to take action.
First, Teeth whitening was performed for a few weeks. Then, six upper front teeth were prepared for porcelain veneers and temporaries were placed. A couple of weeks later, the real porcelain veneers were bonded onto the teeth and the result was spectacular! A Nightguard was also made for the patient to protect the veneers and teeth at nighttime, when most people tend to grind their teeth.
Porcelain veneers may provide a dramatic esthetic result, but more importantly, they can preserve worn, broken teeth and protect them from further damage.
It’s never too late
May 19, 2009
If this looks like your mouth and you feel like there is no hope, think again! At Stovall & Cheng, we can re-build your mouth within months and you will have a new smile in no time! Don’t settle for putting your hand over your mouth when you laugh or smile anymore.
Call us today for a consultation visit and you can meet our doctors and staff. What you will find is a team of professionals that actually care and will listen to your needs. More importantly, you will not be judged. How you got to this point is not important. What is important is that you find the right dentist to give you the smile you deserve and teeth you can eat with. Teeth that are permanent and ones you don’t have to take in and out.
Call us at 817-292-5957 or visit our homepage at www.hulendental.com
We can’t wait to meet you!
