People that suffer from dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like…
People that suffer from dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like…
Are you or a family member apprehensive about going to the dentist? Has a past experience with pain or discomfort caused you to start panicking when you think about having your teeth worked on? Have you neglected going to the…
Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local North Dallas dental patients. As your Doctor, I’m committed to helping you care for your teeth and keep them healthy. Everyone in the North Dallas knows that maintaining healthy teeth…
As I stand over my sink and meditate the frayed bristles of my number one toothbrush, I speculate whether I should replace it. It’s a good question. We all brush our teeth on a daily basis. Like a good pair…
Hello friends of Dr. Howard Kessner General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry! In today’s post, we will discuss jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain healthy and dense, your jaw bone needs to be continuously stimulated by the…
Many Dallas residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some individuals with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another…
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are committed to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t impact your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter…
Preparing to pay for critical dental work can be a daunting undertaking. The good news is that the price tag may be far less than you imagined. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Trying…
If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Dallas grocery store, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in North Dallas were whitening…
Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These small holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have…
