General Dentistry

Today’s David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry post addresses one of the most feared dental procedures: the infamous root canal. If you are told that you need a root canal, don’t panic. Your dentist recommends this procedure when it is better for your tooth than the alternatives.

A successful root canal (or endodontic treatment in dental-speak) can save a tooth and prevent the need for an extraction followed by a dental bridge, dental implant, or gap in your smile.

If, after a thorough evaluation, Dr. Montz determines that a tooth is going to need a root canal, Dr. Montz will explain the procedure and costs that are involved. Root canals are handled to save an infected tooth. If not treated, abscesses and complete tooth loss may occur.

During the procedure, your dentist will remove the nerve and pulp, and then clean and disinfect the interior of your tooth – the canal. The next step is filling and sealing the cleaned area with a special rubbery material, and then protecting the restored tooth with a crown or filling.

Root canals have the reputation of being painful, but this is not the case anymore. There are several effective pain management methods available today at David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. From local painkillers and numbing agents to oral sedation, we will make sure you are comfortable during the procedure. Once the infected tissue is removed, your dentist will focus on helping the oral site heal, which may require another visit.

If you have a tooth that is bothering you, call Dr. Montz now at 832-895-5120 for an appointment.

If you are unfamiliar with our services at David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, be sure to visit our website at https://www.pearlandsmiles.com/about-us.html to get more details.  Dr. David C. Montz opened David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in 1997 here in the Pearland. Dr. Montz is well-known throughout the state of Texas as a provider of outstanding dental care, including sedation dentistry, CEREC dental crowns, and porcelain veneers.

In addition to general dentistry, we provide outstanding cosmetic dental services; everything from tooth whitening to complete smile transformations.

Contact David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry: 832-895-5120

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2443 S Galveston Ave
Pearland, Texas
77581

Bite down hard, but not on Dr. Montz’s hand!

Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the trouble and there are ways to make it right.

Let David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Pearland, Texas help you with that everyday chewing luxury most of us take for granted. Let us get you back to chewing pleasurably every meal of the day.

As we examine your mouth and survey the damage, we will remain gentle and forthright. We can guarantee a wonderful view of our ceiling. And if you haven’t already, come check out our customer service. Call now while you’re thinking about it: 832-895-5120

David C. Montz DDS is a dental provider worthy of your trust. We offer cosmetic dentistry. When we schedule you for cosmetic dentistry, you can be secure and confident that we’ve got it handled. We also encourage our Houston friends to consider dental implants as an option with us.

Instead of the dentist, chew on that, Pearland!

Contact David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry: 832-895-5120

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2443 S Galveston Ave
Pearland, Texas
77581

Chewing sugared gum all day.
Cavities, a sore jaw, or damaged bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol.

Drinking soda and energy drinks.
These sugary, acidic beverages are uncommonly efficient at eroding enamel.

Chewing ice or hard candy.
Your enamel is quite strong. But so are ice and hard candy, and head-to-head, sometimes they win, resulting in a cracked tooth.

Skipping flossing.
Maybe you think brushing is sufficient. Following brushing with a careful flossing job cleans away bits of food and plaque between teeth.

Using a firm bristled toothbrush.
A soft bristled brush is the best tool for the job. Save your firm brush for cleaning the grout around your bathtub.

Delaying dental checkups.
Don’t wait until you have a problem. Call 832-895-5120 to book a thorough exam and the best deep dental cleaning you can get anywhere. Our exceptional hygienists really are the best!

Dr. David C. Montz has been providing first rate dental care in Pearland area since 1997. For more information on how to keep your smile healthy, call 832-895-5120 to schedule an appointment.

Contact David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry:

832-895-5120

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2443 S Galveston Ave
Pearland, Texas
77581

If you ask dental patients in the Friendswood, Alvin, and Manvel area what they hate the most about dental visits, chances are that they’ll mention the drill. Just the sound of it is enough to make people cringe.

Many residents of Pearland, Texas may wonder if there will ever be an alternative to the dreaded dental drill. Guess what? Now there is!

Drill-less dentistry is also known as air abrasion or microabrasion. Air abrasion can be used for common dental procedures such as removing tooth decay or preparing tooth surfaces for sealants or bonding. These instruments work like a little sandblaster that aim a fine stream of particles at the area that would normally be drilled. After the stream of particles strikes and removes the decay, the materials are suctioned out of the mouth.

Hi. I’m Dr. David C. Montz of Pearland. I want my patients to be aware of the latest dental technology available, especially as it pertains to cosmetic dentistry.

If you are in need of quality dental care in the Houston area, or if you are interested in a smile makeover, give David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry a call at 832-895-5120. We can answer any questions you have about teeth whitening, veneers, gum contouring, or dental implants.

Make your appointment today so your teeth can look and feel their best!

Dr. David C. Montz
David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry
2443 S Galveston Ave

As we grow older, we may welcome many changes. However, most Pearland retirees do not welcome wrinkles, gray hair and dental problems.

Fortunately, your smile can be attractive and healthy throughout your golden years!

Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of wear such as enamel loss, staining, and chips, it is not too late to restore your youthful smile. And, though tooth loss is fairly common for Pearland residents over sixty, in most cases it is preventable.

At David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Pearland, we treat patients of all ages. We offer a full array of dental services including sedation dentistry, CEREC dental crowns, and porcelain veneers.

If you live in Pearland, Alvin, or Manvel, call 832-895-5120 to schedule a dental consultation. If you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, you will be interested to learn about the latest cosmetic dentistry techniques. Many procedures can be completed in one visit to our Pearland dental office.

Give us a call at 832-895-5120 or find us on the Web at: https://www.pearlandsmiles.com/

Contact David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry:

832-895-5120

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2443 S Galveston Ave
Pearland, Texas
77581

Here is the David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry guide to treating teeth grinding.

Understand
Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons grinding may appear. It can also be related to an abnormal bite or missing or crooked teeth.

Visit Dentist
Bruxism is a medical term used for grinding teeth. Bruxism can be identified by Dr. David C. Montz through an oral examination of jaw tenderness and abnormalities in the teeth. Discuss a possible nightguard for teeth grinding.

Get Control
When tooth grinding occurs, the fear is resulting oral damage and pain. Here at David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry we support oral health in many ways. Here are three things that may help:

1. Control caffeine or alcohol intake as these may increase tooth grinding.
2. Avoid gum and prohibit pen or pencil chewing. This benefits the jaw as it keeps the jaw from clenching repeatedly.
3. Allow the jaw to relax; sometimes just setting your tongue between your teeth will help your jaw relax.

Every individual in our community from Houston to Pearland deserves a good night’s sleep as well as a pain-free, headache-free morning.

It’s no problem to come down to our office at 2443 S Galveston Ave , Pearland, Texas 77581 and consult with Dr. Montz about this or any other dental concern. Call 832-895-5120 today to schedule an appointment.

We are committed to healthy, happy patients. A beautiful, confident smile allows full, honest interaction with others. Don’t live with pain. Consider the benefits of cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, or dental implants. Ask about porcelain veneers, family dentistry, sedation dentistry, teeth whitening, or CEREC dental crowns. Your needs are essential to us.

Contact our friendly staff at 832-895-5120 and discover a trustworthy practice that offers important knowledge and the highest quality of care.

David C. Montz
David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry
2443 S Galveston Ave
Pearland, Texas 77581
832-895-5120
https://www.pearlandsmiles.com/about-us.html

Do you suspect that you have bad breath? I’m David C. Montz of David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, a full-service dental office in Pearland, Texas. I help our dental patients diagnose and overcome this unpleasant, bothersome, and potentially embarrassing condition.

Halitosis is caused by the bacteria that live on and around your teeth, gums, and tongue. Breath mints and mouthwashes do not cure bad breath, they only mask the symptoms. Proper oral hygiene can cure many cases of bad breath. However, in some cases, bad breath is caused by more serious health matters. Sinus and tonsil infections, acid reflux, ulcers, diabetes, hypoglycemia, kidney malfunction, and eating disorders are just some of the troubles that can cause bad breath.

If you have bad breath, the first thing to do is make sure you are cleaning your teeth, gums, and tongue thoroughly. This does not mean you should brush as long and forcefully as possible. Brushing too vigorously is harmful to gums and contributes to gum recession. At David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, we help patients of all ages learn safe and effective brushing, flossing, and tongue cleaning methods.

And don’t forget regular professional cleanings. Our friendly dental hygienists are trained in the latest and most effective deep-cleaning procedures. Your teeth feel so good after being cleaned professionally!

To make an appointment for an exam, cleaning, or consultation, call 832-895-5120. Your teeth are too essential to neglect.

Hi, I’m Dr. David C. Montz, and today in the Pearland dental blog we will be discussing the often misunderstood subject of wisdom teeth.

Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of regular molars we all have. These four teeth usually erupt when a person is eighteen or nineteen.

Many dentists in the Friendswood, Alvin, and Manvel area recommend that wisdom teeth be removed to prevent misplacement in the mouth.

If a wisdom tooth doesn’t fully erupt, it may cause an opening in the gums that can attract bacteria and become infected. Some wisdom teeth are so misplaced that they can actually cause problems with the jaw bone. Both of these conditions can cause severe pain.

If you are in the Houston area and are wondering if your wisdom teeth need to be removed, call us today at 832-895-5120 to schedule an appointment. We can assess the condition and placement of your wisdom teeth and discuss a treatment plan.

We can also answer any questions you have about smile makeovers. Because there are so many quick and effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available, such as invisible braces, veneers, teeth whitening, and dental implants, anyone in Houston can have a perfect smile. I love giving my Pearland patients the smiles they’ve always wanted.

Thanks for visiting the Pearland dental blog, and keep David C. Montz DDS, PA & Associates – Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in mind for your dental needs. We offer:

sedation dentistry
CEREC dental crowns
porcelain veneers
teeth whitening

We hope to see you soon!