A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. Steven T. Cutbirth DDS wants to help! 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually taps the layer underneath. This is called the […]
Help Me, I’m Afraid Of The Dentist!
If you are afraid of your dentist, you are not alone. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, we encounter many nervous dental patients. How do we calm their fears, provide a comfortable dental environment, and earn lifelong patients? 1) We carefully explain the findings of the initial dental examination and thoroughly outline any recommended treatment. The […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Hello Waco residents and friends of Steven T. Cutbirth DDS! In today’s post, we will talk about jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain healthy and dense, your jawbone needs to be continually stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure that extends into the […]
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
There are basically two ways to handle a chipped tooth: Panic. See Dr. Steven Cutbirth right away and get on with life! Steven T. Cutbirth DDS can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly performing the procedure. Decay, missing teeth, braces, and even crowns can impact the course […]
Can You Name 9 Dental Specialties?
Most of our patients at Steven T. Cuthbirth DDS probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. Some Hewitt dental patients may even know the unique focus of endodontists. However, few Texas residents probably know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. Today’s post looks at the specific disciplines within the […]
What are Possible Dental Implant Complications?
If you’ve visited our blog before, you have read about the benefits of tooth implants. That’s because they are an amazing replacement for missing teeth and have been used successfully in the Waco area for over 30 years. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, close to 98% of our implant placements are successful. But like any […]
