In today’s post, we share a personal story from a patient: For quite a few years, I didn’t have ‘go to the dentist’ at the top of my to-do list. But all that has changed. I now consider visits a fundamental part of my personal health plan. Here’s why… Teeth won’t stay healthy without scheduled…
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Replace Old Silver Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin vanish without a trace, infections are killed with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues recede. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Montz and Maher Dental Group strongly emphasizes…
Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?
If you’ve visited our website before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most people with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over a period of months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is…
Treatment For Stress-Induced Jaw Pain
Everyday dilemmas cause some individuals to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. Daily commuting, work problems, or an overpacked schedule are some common culprits. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can trigger or aggravate a painful condition called TMD or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. TMD is often mistakenly called ‘TMJ,’ the acronym for temporomandibular…
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of men and women without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around…
We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable
To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. Montz knows this, and that is why the dental team at Montz and Maher Dental Group has made patient comfort our top priority. In conjunction with creating a soothing environment, we have various medications that can lower and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to…
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among individuals of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some people grind their teeth intermittently when…
Smile Necessities And Possibilities
With cosmetic dentistry, Montz and Maher Dental Group creates dazzling smiles for patients. A cosmetic dental smile makeover doesn’t just make your smile more attractive. It also builds self-confidence. You will be more comfortable in your professional and personal interactions. Let’s Talk Not happy with your smile? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Montz. We’ll discuss what…
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing
After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could affect your smile, such as decay, gum disease,…
Been A While Since You’ve Visited A Dentist?
We are Montz and Maher Dental Group, located at 2443 S Galveston Ave in Pearland. If you are looking for an experienced family dentist, we invite you to come in for a consultation. Nervous? You Are Not Alone The very idea of visiting a dentist holds a negative connotation for many people. If you are…
