There are several things that can chip a tooth. Common causes include grinding your teeth at night, nibbling on nonfood objects, or using your teeth to open packaging. When this happens the distress to the tooth and the required treatment can vary. Even if you don’t feel pain and discomfort in the tooth, you should still have it examined and... read more »

Our dentists, Dr. Nguyen, Dr. Fuhrmann, and Dr. Draper, are pleased to offer quality dentures for our patients in Sherman, Texas seeking the healthy smile they deserve. Our practice offers full and partial dentures for your needs. Full dentures are designed to replace all of your teeth in a full arch, while partial dentures replace just some of your missing... read more »

Is your lifestyle putting your smile at risk for tooth hazards? If so, it is important to start taking steps to keep your smile safe from the dangers that lie all around us, including in the foods we eat and the activities we play. Here are some things you should know about protection your smile from oral health hazards: -... read more »

As the years go by, minor changes can occur with the alignment of your teeth. This could be the after-effect of tooth loss or from minor changes in jaw structure that accentuate an uncorrected alignment problem from youth. While it might be easy to accept the slightly altered appearance of your smile, it could still cause functional issues. Each of... read more »

Are you suffering from painful and uncomfortable toothaches? What is causing your painful toothaches? Typically, a toothache is the result of damaged nerve endings, which indicated damage to the pulp of a tooth. Listed below are a few signs and symptoms you should constantly check for if you feel like you are suffering from a toothache: - Does your tooth... read more »

Have you made plans to heal after a tooth extraction? Before and after a tooth extraction, always set up an effective plan to prepare your body and home for any issues that can arise. Additionally, make sure to halt any bad habits, such as smoking before and after the surgery, to ensure the highest chance of success and to minimize... read more »

If your smile suffers from unsightly stains, it can leave you feeling awkward about your appearance. Many people with a problem like this will investigate their whitening options at North Texas Dental. This whitening consultation is a wise move as many retail-strength whitening products lack the potency to improve moderate to deep stains. Some of the stronger options can potentially... read more »

You may already understand that gum disease is a serious problem. In fact, you may know that if you brush and floss daily, you may be able to avoid this problem—but would you be surprised to hear that gum disease is fairly common? Sadly, many individuals have gum disease without even realizing it. Our team is trained to identify the... read more »

The appearance of your smile can have a significant impact on your self-confidence. If one or two of your teeth have cosmetic imperfections, like discoloration, chips, cavities, or mismatched fillings, it can leave you feeling socially awkward. Fortunately, Dr. Nguyen, Dr. Fuhrmann, and Dr. Draper are highly trained and experienced in several cosmetic dental solutions. If the imperfections in your... read more »

Crowns are a form of restorative dentistry used to add strength and structure to injured teeth that have become chipped or broken. Crowns are also used to replace enamel in teeth have been damaged due to tooth decay. These are common occurrences and can be repaired by fitting a cap onto the affected area. In order to do this, our... read more »