Marvel Dental Midlothian Blog

Toothpicks may seem like a quick and convenient way to remove food stuck between your teeth, but many people don’t realize they can actually do more harm than good. While they’re commonly found in restaurants and at-home dining tables, using them regularly can pose risks to your teeth, gums, and dental work. Here’s what you should know before reaching for one.

Do you ever wish you could make a decision by just shaking a Magic 8 Ball? That would certainly be easier than doing research and weighing pros and cons, but unfortunately, it’s usually a bad idea to make choices based off of chance.

When it comes to deciding whether or not you should replace your metal crowns with tooth-colored ones, you’re not stuck between a lot of work and superstition! Here are four reasons that point to a resounding “yes.”  

Dental crowns are durable, long-lasting restorations for teeth that need a larger filling due to damage or decay. But while they often look and feel just like the real thing, unlike natural teeth they will eventually need to be replaced. Here’s how to tell when it’s time for a new dental crown, and how to care for it so it lasts as long as possible!

While gum disease is awful when left untreated, it’s rather hard to detect at first. The condition’s first phase – gingivitis – is pretty subtle and doesn’t show many glaring symptoms. With that said, you should watch out for this form’s signs; you could get a severe infection otherwise. Your Midlothian dentist is here to make sure that happens. So, please keep reading to learn about four common warning signs of gingivitis.

If you follow online gossip, you may’ve heard the idea that tooth extraction can cure gum disease. It holds that removing teeth rids your gums of infection, ensuring the tissues heal and recover. Well, this view just isn’t true; tooth removal isn’t an appropriate fix. You’ll want to rely on other treatment options to cure or manage your ailing gums. To learn more, let your Midlothian dentist share the key details with you.