Sweet treats are always welcome for both children and adults. Indulging in candy or a cupcake every now and then is totally fine, but for those with a chronic sweet tooth, their sugar consumption may be impacting their dental health and wellness. But how? Learning the connection between sugar intake and oral health problems can …
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Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced form …
Modern teeth whitening treatments are better than ever: great news for anyone who wants to whiten their teeth. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin we offer safe and effective products and systems that give you the brightest smile you can imagine. Everyone, it seems, would like to have teeth that are whiter. Just take …
This post from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin highlights the differences between general and cosmetic dentistry. General dentistry is about preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, like a cavity, a general dentist determines the best way to address it. Cosmetic dentistry is a term …
In this message from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX, we remind you of the link between your dental health and your overall health. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for years that there is a connection between gum disease and heart problems. However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease …
The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is the joint that hinges the upper and lower jaw. When problems occur in and around this joint, impacting the bones, muscles, or tendons around the jaw, it can become inflamed and begin to malfunction. This impacts many areas of a patient’s life, including speaking and eating, resulting in pain …
At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin our objective is to help every patient who comes in for an appointment to have the best possible oral health. This post focuses on something that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a healthy …
Most adults have watched as their smiles have grown dull with time, and would love to have a brighter, whiter smile. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, brightening smiles has never been easier. You might think that a teeth whitening product from the store is the quickest way to whiter teeth. It’s true there …
Your smile is important to you, and at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin it’s our job to help keep it clean and healthy. We encourage all our patients, from newcomers to those who have been with us for years, to bring questions about their smiles to each and every checkup. In this article we’re …
The Hills Dental Spa in Austin would be a very different place if it weren’t for the skilled dental assistants who work here. In this post, we would like to highlight the importance of these specialists who are often not given the credit they deserve. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment more pleasant, they …
