by scmedia | Oct 30, 2020 | cosmetic dentistrt, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, Dental bridges, dental crowns, Dental Implants
Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues and bones that hold teeth in place. It’s a common condition for adults in their 30s and 40s. For the elderly, it’s an even bigger problem. Most types of gum disease are caused by poor oral hygiene habits, but some...
by dkongdds | Oct 13, 2020 | cosmetic dentistrt, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, Dental bridges, dental crowns, Dental Implants
Dental Bridge vs. Dental Implant, Benefits and Pros Losing teeth stinks. But it is a normal part of aging. In fact, by age 35, most adults have lost at least one permanent tooth and many more have at least three decaying teeth that are at risk of falling out. The...
by dkongdds | Jul 1, 2020 | cosmetic dentistrt, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, dental crowns
What Is Crack Tooth Syndrome – Crown as Preventative Treatment Cracked tooth syndrome means that you have a crack in your tooth, but it’s too small or too subtle for an x-ray to pick up. And it’s even harder to spot if the crack is under the gum line. This type...
by dkongdds | Jun 18, 2020 | cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, dental crowns, fluoride, preventive dentistry, Silver Diamine Fluoride
Silver Diamine Fluoride Wouldn’t it be great if there was some sort of elixir for stopping cavities from getting bigger? Well, there is. It’s a liquid antibiotic called silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and it has been used for decades in countries like Australia and...
by dkongdds | May 28, 2020 | cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists
Meet Dr. Rebecca Rightmer The Westgate Family Dental has had the pleasure of working with Dr. Rebecca Rightmer for about 8 months. Dr. Rightmer received her undergraduate degree in Bio-Engineering from Rice University where she was a proud member of the MOB (Marching...
by dkongdds | May 11, 2020 | COVID-19
At Westgate Family Dental our team and our patient’s safety is always our number 1 priority. Due to COVID-19 and new rules from CDC and TXSBDE we are putting new protocols into place to continue your safety at your dental appointments A team member will contact...
by dkongdds | Apr 2, 2020 | COVID-19
COVID-19 Updates And Dental Procedures March 31, 2020 Today, Governor Abbott extended his Executive Order No. GA-08 by issuing Executive Order No. GA-14. EO GA-14 extends the agency’s work from home status, as well as other provisions, from an end date of April 3,...
by dkongdds | Mar 12, 2020 | preventive dentistry, sealants
If someone told you if you painted sealer on your home deck you could increase the deck life by 80%, would you do it? That’s basically the same mentality with dental sealants. Dental Sealants have been around for many years and quite honestly provide a service that is...
by dkongdds | Mar 5, 2020 | Dental Clinic
Dentists are benefiting from digital scanners that are allowing them to offer patients a view of their mouths for building trust and to enable them to become involved with their dental care. Patients generally cannot see inside their mouths or understand how dentists...
by dkongdds | Mar 5, 2020 | Fillings
Your dental health is important as it keeps your teeth healthy. However, when it’s compromised you can have plaque buildup which causes bacteria to fester, thereby attacking the enamel. Additionally, eating acidic teeth can attack the enamel creating cracks and holes....