Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Some of the most common concerns of Friendswood, Alvin, and Manvel dental patients pertain to cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening. Because many dental products such as toothpaste and mouthwash say they can brighten your teeth, it’s natural to consider changing your brand…
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Worried About Dental Visits?

“How can I manage anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, and embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Communicate these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Dr. David C.…
Is Grandpa Smiling?

How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of the 65+ population? The Good News: The rate of decay in the elderly has decreased in the past thirty years.1 The Bad News: 25% of persons age 65+ have no remaining teeth2 Nearly 20% have untreated tooth decay3 10% of adults 65 and…
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…
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…
Flossing For Health And Happiness

Most Pearland men and women know that flossing is an important part of oral health. The value of this simple yet important exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. Flossing offers a chance to remove bits and pieces that a toothbrush will undoubtedly miss. Being afraid of the ‘cavity bugs,’ ‘mouth…
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?

Believe it or not, plaque can rear its ugly head in any Pearland mouth – even yours – no matter how meticulous you try to be. If you have deep grooves, watch out. If you have a receding gum line, watch out. If you are a candy-loving Pearland resident with the proverbial sweet tooth, watch…
Montz and Maher Dental Group Provides Quality, Compassionate Dental Care

Hello, and welcome to our dental blog. My name is Dr. David C. Montz and I want to tell you about Montz and Maher Dental Group. Meet Our Compassionate Team of Dental Professionals The first thing to know is that we work hard to keep our patients comfortable. Our team is compassionate and empathetic. For…
6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery

When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of Montz and Maher Dental Group are given 6 vital directives to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you realize the optimal outcome. This vital knowledge about your dental experience opens up a…
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile

When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career,…