Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is as essential as your teeth. Some prescription medications can increase your risk of dental caries. Some home faucet water filters remove fluoride. 19 percent of kids between the ages of 2 and 19 have […]
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
When you meet someone in Waco who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you automatically start making assumptions about their income, level of education and overall physical health? Though it is extremely unfair, we are often judged (and misjudged) by […]
See Steven T. Cutbirth DDS For A Smile Impossible To Ignore
Many Waco residents consider the myriad options available to stop the aging clock. Whether it is a surgical procedure, botox, hair implants, or a chemical peel, Texas residents have countless choices to help them look more youthful. I am Dr. Steven Cutbirth and I am exited to tell you about a simple and affordable procedure […]
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
When I discuss sedation dentistry with new patients, I encounter many misconceptions. The purpose of today’s dentistry article is to de-bunk some of the most common myths about dental sedation. Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious Some nervous dental patients are not only afraid of receiving treatment; they also fear the thought […]
Steven T. Cutbirth DDS Treats Canker Sores, Lesions, And Fever Blisters
At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, one of the most common complaints we hear from Waco dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical intervention. Though not contagious, […]
What Can Fluoride Do For You?
Hello, and welcome to Steven T. Cutbirth DDS. Today’s post focuses on fluoride: ‘What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?’ The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride is found in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust the fluoride content of their […]