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…
Family Dentistry
What’s the Best Way to Fix Teeth that Overlap?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry
Plenty of people have teeth that overlap. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too small to fit all the teeth appropriately, or having different sized upper and lower jaws. Injury to the face…
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…
Swollen Gums?
If you are a worried Pearland resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40.1 Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Montz and Maher Dental Group…
Tooth Tips For Traveling
If you are planning to take a long vacation or business trip soon, I recommend you examine your dental needs. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with your dentist prior to leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking you to developing areas without modern dental care. This quick check-up…
How Dental Assistants Ensure Quality Dental Care
Categories: Family Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
At Montz and Maher Dental Group, each dental professional on our team helps us operate smoothly and provide an excellent standard of care. Today’s article focuses on the role of a dental assistant. Dental Assistants Play An Important Role at Our Practice You most likely think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions…
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…
What You See And What You Don’t
If you have had restorations, orthodontia, or a complete smile redesign, you want people to notice the final outcome – your remarkable smile. There is a lot, however, that is going on behind the scenes. Today’s post talks about three vital smile makeover components that are not readily apparent when you smile, but are often…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do for your smile. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling sweet. For some of us, brushing can be a loathsome chore that gets in the way of…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Montz and Maher Dental Group are constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is vital, You’ll never hear one of us…
