by University General Dentists Team Member | Mar 17, 2022 | Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness, Vlog Series
Recently, Dr. Wilson sat down with UT Medical Center Gynecologic Oncologist Dr. Kristopher Kimball to discuss the ins and outs of HPV, and the effects it can have on health. You’re probably wondering what HPV has to do with dental health. We’ll answer that...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Feb 8, 2022 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry, Smile Makeovers
The American Association of Orthodontics estimates that 50-75% of Americans could benefit from orthodontics, and not just for a smile makeover. Aligned teeth simplify oral hygiene and reduce the risk of tooth chipping due to grinding. Clear aligners offer adults and...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Dec 10, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
Ah the holidays! Time to cozy up with a hot drink, gather around a table groaning with goodies, package up your favorite cookies for neighbors and friends, and … visit the dentist? If an emergency trip to your local family dentist isn’t on your holiday calendar, you...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Sep 27, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Smile Makeovers
Veneers and crowns are two types of restorative solutions that can be used to save your smile. They can both improve the appearance and function of your teeth. Because they seem to provide the same benefits, many people assume that veneers and crowns are the same...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Sep 6, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry
Wisdom teeth, or your back molars, are the last adult teeth to emerge in your mouth. Many in the dentistry field think of wisdom teeth as a vestigial organ, like an appendix, for your mouth. They’re there, but you don’t need them for your daily life. You can live the...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 19, 2021 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
Temporomandibular Joint disorder is a big mouthful, so we call it TMJ disorder for short. This muscle disorder occurs when the nerves in the muscles on either side of your head become exposed due to an improper bite, teeth grinding, and/or stress. It is incredibly...
