White, bright teeth are all the rage. There appears to be an increasing desire for people to have whiter teeth, and a lot of it likely has to do with the plethora of social media sites promoting gorgeous smiles. Fortunately, whiter teeth are also a sign of healthier teeth, so it’s actually a good thing […]
There’s nothing worse than talking to someone and seeing them physically retract right when you open your mouth. Well, it could be worse, especially if you’re in an intimate situation and the same thing happens. Fresh breath is everyone’s goal, but sometimes—and for some people—getting breath to smell like a meadow instead of a factory […]
The only thing you should be spitting into the sink when you brush your teeth is foamy white—or minty gel—extra toothpaste, mixed with saliva. If you’re seeing red, it’s not because you’re angry, but because your gums are bleeding when you brush your teeth. This isn’t cause for immediate alarm, but your next step, after […]
Is your freezer door working hard because you keep reaching in for a fresh batch of ice to chew on? We get it. Houston temps can be brutal. But chewing ice on a habitual basis is like dipping into the cookie jar a bit too often. The consequences to your teeth are more serious than […]
Have you ever heard your dentist tell you that your gums are receding? Or maybe you’ve noticed gum recession yourself when you’ve examined your teeth in the mirror. Are a few of your teeth starting to look like those of a saber-toothed tiger? That’s gum recession, and it’s nothing to smile about. Gum recession is […]
Lasers in dentistry are more common than ever before. They’re used all over the wider medical community because they’re a precise way to treat various disorders. If you’re wondering if lasers are better than traditional dentistry, we’ll look at whether it’s worth researching dentists in Houston who offer it. Laser Dentistry: What to Know When asking whether […]
CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, and the technology has revolutionized many dentists’ offices. One of the reasons why it’s a popular procedure is because it relies on technology to reduce not just patient costs but also the time spent in the dental chair. Below, we’ll look at a few myths about […]
Laser fillings use light to manipulate oral tissue, allowing the dentist to fill teeth with more precision than traditional methods. Patients might reasonably ask what that means for them, and whether laser fillings are worth making the special concessions for (like switching dentists or paying a premium). Below, we’ll look at what you should know […]
You may not be able to spell abscess, but you’ll know it when it happens. Dental abscesses aren’t common, but they do occur, and when they do, you’ll need an emergency dentist in Katy, TX to help. What is a Dental Abscess? A dental abscess is a painful infection that develops at the root of a […]
At Chloe Dental, we make it our mission to invest in cutting edge technology so that we can offer the best possible service to our patients. One of the investments we have made is with 3D scans. As your Katy, TX dentist, we wanted to be able to provide a safe and highly effective way […]
