Outside of dental decay and periodontal disease, there are some conditions that may develop unexpectedly due to trauma to the mouth. In some instances, this may include a tooth that is cracked or chipped. Cracked or chipped teeth might happen due to a few different causes. A cracked tooth may occur: From trauma or injury […]
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?
A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration. During the placement of some porcelain veneers, an extremely thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth. […]
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 […]
What is TMJ and how can it cause chronic headaches?
Austin, TX area patients who are dealing with locking jaw joint and pain around the jaw might be suffering from a condition referred to as TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder. This occurs when the jaw joint that hinges the upper and lower joint experiences malfunction that causes symptoms such as: Clicking and popping of the […]
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
This blog post from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin focuses on professional teeth cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already brush and floss every day at home. The answer is yes: both are important, because they work together to maintain your dental health. We encourage patients to […]
