Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local Houston dental patients. As your Dr., I’m dedicated to helping you care for your teeth and keep them healthy. Everyone in Houston knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires thorough daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local Houston dental practice is also necessary for…
Dental Health
Are All Carbs Created Equal?
Hello, I am Dr. David C. Montz of Montz and Maher Dental Group in Pearland. Today, we are focusing on diet and oral health. I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your dental practice for required cleanings, but did you know that making small but vital changes to your diet can improve your…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Montz and Maher Dental Group we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you forego biannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more convincing reason to see…
Sealants Prevent Cavities For Kids
Your child’s first dental exam at Montz and Maher Dental Group should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up at our Pearland office, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of the teeth. Sealants…
Super Smiles For Life
Your child should be naturally proud of his or her smile. It expresses joy, laughter, and fun! To make sure your child has a healthy and desirable smile, start early. Really early. Dr. David C. Montz recommends a child’s first dental visit when their first tooth erupts. An early check is the first step in…
Help! My Crown Came Off!
You are chewing an apple and hear a strange sound, then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has come off. Chances are, the crown (which costs you hundreds of dollars) can be re-cemented. What do you do when your dental crown comes off? It’s critical that you take the following steps:…
Hiding Your Smile? Montz and Maher Dental Group Can Help
Some individuals don’t feel that their smile is an asset, so they do their best to keep it hidden. Pictures, funny movies, jokes, hilarious internet videos—none of these can entice a smile or chuckle. If this person sounds familiar (because it is you!), then maybe you would like some specifics about complete smile makeovers. Don’t…
Bad Breath Is No Fun
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implant
Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to speak with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Unfortunately, periodontitis (advanced gum disease) is very common. But completely preventable. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups. Not major treatment. 1. Brush for two to three minutes, at least twice…
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implant
Here is some critical news for anyone who cares about their dental health: periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a primary cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is connected to heart disease. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is found in the early stages. What warning signs…
