Your Teeth, Your Gums, and Your…Blood Sugar?
More and more connections between your oral health and your systemic, or overall health have become apparent in the last few years. There are links between gum disease and heart disease, kidney disease, certain types of cancer, and even fertility problems for women and men. Researchers and dental professionals have long known there is a […]
Why You Have “Long Teeth” and How to Fix Them
Being “long in the teeth” takes on an entirely new meaning when you’re the one seeing “long teeth” in the bathroom mirror. Why is this happening? Is there any way to shorten your teeth? Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental has your answers.
Dental Myths We Hope You Don’t Fall For
When it comes to dentistry, there have been countless myths throughout history that are often believed by patients. In fact, even in recent months dental myths have been brought mainstream and believed by a lot of the American public. However, we hear to make sure that our patients don’t fall for these dental related […]
All Family Pets Need Oral Hygiene
The humans in our families aren’t the only ones who need a consistent oral hygiene routine to maintain good oral health. In fact, it is recommended that family pets, such as cats and dogs, practice good oral hygiene as well. We believe that your pet’s oral health is just as important as yours. Without a […]
5 Essentials For Your Dental Toolkit
When you smile at yourself in the mirror, do you like what you see? Do you have shiny white teeth to be proud of, or are you a little embarrassed by your teeth? If you’re a little ashamed of the state of your chompers, Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental is here to give you the […]
How Your Oral Hygiene Affects The Rest of Your Body
Did you know that the health of your mouth affects the health of the rest of your body? Numerous studies have shown that your overall well-being correlates to the state of your mouth, teeth, and gums. Poor Oral Health is linked to systemic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, various cancers, stroke, pregnancy […]
Is Dental Fluoride Safe For My Child
There is a lot of misinformation and miscommunication out there about fluoride. Is it safe? Is it toxic? What exactly is fluoride? How will it affect my children? And what is the proper way to use fluoride? At Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental, we know how scary the F-word can sound when parents don’t understand how […]
The Five Worst Drinks For Your Dental Health
What are you drinking when you’re not drinking water? Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental is a big advocate of drinking more water to maintain your oral health, but we also know that people enjoy drinking a greater range. The decrease in oral health and increase in dental erosion is thought to be primarily due to popular […]
How Does Preventitive Dentistry Save Our Patients Money
The cost of preventing dental diseases is minimal compared to what it costs to cure them. Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental understands that every penny saved on dental procedures is a penny that can be spent on something much more fun. That’s why we’ve compiled a short guide on the most cost-effective and health-effective dental procedures […]
Gum Disease And Your Heart
It’s not something you would think go together – your gum health and heart health – but they definitely do. In fact, doctors have been researching the link between gum disease and heart disease for more than 20 years, concluding that the risk is very, very real – and on the rise. So what exactly […]