At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX, our dental team works hard to keep the teeth and gums of each of our patients healthy. Teeth may seem like bone, but they are actually living structures. Inside that hard exterior is complex system of tissue. And the teeth themselves are anchored to your jaw by […]
Your overall dental health depends on healthy teeth and gums. Along with regular checkups at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX, regular brushing and flossing helps keep everything in good shape. You already know how to brush your teeth. But there are best practices that you may not be aware of. Bearing in mind […]
Dr. Kevin Winters of The Hills Dental Spa Cosmetic and Family Dentistry is a dental professional who offers quality dental services to patients in and around the community of Austin, TX. This includes not only general dentistry services, such as fillings and examinations but oral surgeries like the gum lift procedure. What is a gum […]
In this blog post from The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX we are taking the time to answer a common question: “What exactly are veneers, and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Dental veneers are thin shells made from medical-grade ceramic or composite resin. They are custom-made for each patient and are used […]
At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX, the dental health of our patients is our number one priority each and every day. We hope that goes without saying! How do you measure dental success? A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could […]
At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX we recommend brushing your teeth for at least two minutes, every time you brush. Most people think they brush that long but would probably be surprised if they actually set a timer. Many of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Essential Dental Health Brushing […]
Dry mouth is a condition in which your salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva, leaving you with a persistent dry feeling in your mouth. If you experience this, be sure to tell us at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STOE-me-uh. It’s a […]
Fluoride is a natural mineral that is found in many foods and water sources. It is also added to public water supplies to help prevent tooth decay, also known as cavities. Fluoride works effectively by making the teeth more resistant to attacks from acid, plaque, bacteria, and sugars in the mouth. It also helps to […]
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with all your responsibilities. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty items on your to-do list. […]
At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin TX, we continue to achieve fantastic results with our cosmetic dentistry. There are a lot of folks out there who are not pleased with the appearance of their smiles. Their teeth may have grown a little dull over the years, or there may be gaps between some of […]