It’s standard practice for healthcare providers to find out which medications their patients are taking. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX our patients sometimes wonder why we ask them about prescription medications before their dental process. Here’s why: Some medications—prescription or over-the-counter—can affect oral health or dental treatment. Bleeding Issues Heparin/warfarin and other […]
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
Your teeth are among the strongest parts of your body, but they are not invincible. Far from it! A fall, a collision, or any number of other accidents can result in a chipped or broken tooth. If it happens to you or a loved one, contact us at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin right […]
Why It’s Crucial To Replace Missing Back Teeth
Sometimes people who lose a molar wonder whether it’s worth replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing. Why not leave it as is, and save some money? Actually, there are some very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a dental […]
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Visiting The Hills Dental Spa in Austin for twice-yearly dental checkups and cleanings can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times. But you may benefit in ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that men and women who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to […]
Is The Humble Toothbrush Obsolete?
Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin we assure you that the answer is no. When it comes to maintaining your dental health, an old school manual toothbrush is one of your best friends. “Wait a minute,” […]
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore
Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back. But with a dental implant from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, it might seem like a missing tooth has. A dental implant is a titanium post that is permanently […]
