Plastic straws have long been controversial due to their impact on the environment, particular in terms of unnecessary plastic waste. Many individuals and companies are even banning plastic straws, which account for a substantial portion of plastic waste in the United States alone. However, there are benefits to using straws, and there are ways to […]
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)
Everyone wants nice, pearly white teeth. It makes sense, then, to brush our teeth more often to get them – right? Well, no. As we explain in this post from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, brushing too aggressively can result in receding gums. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your […]
Worried About Dental Visits?
Good dental health is important to overall health, but there are some people who would do almost anything but sit down for an appointment. If anxiety or even phobia keeps you away from regular checkups, sedation dentistry from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin can help. There are lots of reasons why people avoid the […]
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
You know the old saying: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of the cure. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, we are big advocates of preventative dentistry as the best way to maintain dental health. Preventative dentistry, though, is more than healthy teeth and gums. Your dental health is directly related to […]
Have Your Dessert!
Do you have a sweet tooth? Join the club! For many of our patients at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, it’s just not realistic to recommend avoiding sugary treats. If you fit that category, here is something useful to know: eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, but it’s a treatable condition at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin. Keeping your gums healthy is essential for your overall health, but if you need yet another reason to keep them in good shape we’ve got a doozy. Scientists have found a connection between a […]
