“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist for the first time?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Discuss these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving […]
Tonsil Questions?
Hi, my name is Dr. Steven Cutbirth. Today in the Steven T. Cutbirth DDS dental blog, we are going to focus on the two lumps of soft tissue in the back of the throat – the tonsils. Your tonsils sit at the base of the tongue, one on each side. They are gland-like masses that […]
Love Your Smile
There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s whole face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth. This is a great time for Waco men, women and teens to get a deep teeth cleaning and tooth whitening at Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco. […]
7 Ways To Fix A Tooth
In a perfect world, each of your cherished teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Texas men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by tooth decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or […]
Why Do Waco Dentists Like Potatoes?
The reason dentists like potatoes is because they are so “filling” ba-dum ching. Lame joke, I know. But seriously, the wiser our patients are about what they eat, the easier it will be to care for their teeth. It doesn’t have to be potatoes, but the mouth does request that we take a good look […]
Missing Teeth? 5 Things You Need To Know About Dentures
1. Dentures are not the only replacement selection for missing teeth. Dental implants used alone or in combination with a partial denture is often a better option for patients. Whereas a removable appliance replaces only the visible parts of teeth, an implant replaces both the root and crown of a tooth. This has critical implications. […]
