Nothing beats Grandma’s homemade peanut brittle specially made during the holidays! This festive time of year brings up so many delicious, yet dangerous goodies for us to enjoy. At Long Family Dental, we say dangerous because this is the time of year when our dental emergencies increase due to hard candies breaking teeth or dental restorations, or sticky chewy treats pulling off dental crowns or fillings. Your dentist in Cleburne reminds you to avoid holiday emergencies with prevention.
Dentist in Cleburne Reminds You to Avoid Holiday Emergencies With Prevention
November 19, 2016
Teeth Whitening in Midlothian for the Holidays
November 9, 2016
Are you tired of hiding your smile in the holiday photos each year? If you’re not satisfied with the appearance of your teeth, Long Family Dental has a quick and cost effective solution that will make you the life of the holiday party this year. Whitening your teeth can make a huge impact on your smile and even take years off of your appearance. Consider teeth whitening in Midlothian for the holidays.
Reboot Your Smile with Your Cosmetic Dentist in Midlothian
October 8, 2016
The camera zooms in as the girl eloquently address her class. You’ve seen her journey from troubled youth to valedictorian in the last 90-minutes, and it’s all lead to this speech. You’re sure she’s say something interesting, but all you can pay attention to are her teeth. In a word, they are perfect. What made them look so good? Your cosmetic dentist in Midlothian at Long Family Dental wants you to know how your teeth can look at beautiful as well. (more…)
What to Expect with Dental Crowns in Cleburne
October 1, 2016
Whenever something goes wrong with your car’s engine, you know it needs to get fixed immediately. Not just for its own sake, but because it can affect other parts around it as well. The longer you wait, the worse the problem may get. The same can be said for your teeth. If you have a tooth that needs to be repaired, the sooner you act, the better. “What does that actually involve?” you wonder. Your dentists at Long Family Dental are happy to answer your questions about getting dental crowns in Cleburne.
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Signs You Might Need a Root Canal in Midlothian
September 27, 2016
It starts off as a beautiful day out with friends and family, until sensitivity strikes at the ice cream shop. It goes away pretty quickly; so no big deal, right? The next thing you notice is that your tooth hurts, and now it doesn’t go away – unless you take ibuprofen, not to worry, right? If this scenario sounds at all familiar, you should stop right here and call your trusted team at Long Family Dental, because things are about to get worse. Next you wake up in the middle of the night to a severe toothache that doesn’t go away, even with medication. These are the signs that you might needs a root canal in Midlothian.
Caring For Your Dentures in Cleburne
September 15, 2016
When you’re missing multiple teeth it has a huge impact on the quality of your life. Your diet and nutrition are affected because you can’t properly chew your food, and this affects your digestion and health. You may feel self-conscious about talking or smiling because of your missing teeth, and this impacts your confidence. The good news is that dentures may be the right solution for restoring your smile, and Dr. Bob Long and Dr. Chris Long can help! Here’s more information about wearing and caring for your dentures in Cleburne.
Restoring Your Smile With Dental Crowns in Midlothian
August 20, 2016
Teeth that are worn, fractured or damaged can diminish the appearance of your smile. The good news is that if your tooth is beyond the repair that a dental filling can offer, you still have options to restore your smile with dental crowns in Midlothian. Dr. Robert Long and Dr. Chris Long carry on the forty-year tradition of creating spectacular smiles at Long Family Dental in Midlothian, TX. Here’s some more information about what dental crowns can do for your smile.
Options For Replacing Missing Teeth With Implant Dentures in Cleburne
August 5, 2016
Living with multiple missing teeth can feel challenging and hopeless. Chewing and eating becomes difficult, which affects your nutrition and health. Talking and smiling might feel embarrassing, which affects your personal and professional relationships. Did you know that your oral health is also in jeopardy? For over forty years, Long Family Dental has been providing solutions for patients with missing teeth, and we’ve helped them reclaim their teeth and their lives. Learn more about your options for replacing missing teeth with implant dentures in Cleburne.
Your Cleburne and Midlothian Children’s Dentist Knows Healthy Baby Teeth are Vital
September 17, 2015
There are a lot of myths in my profession. For example, a lot of people think that whiter teeth are necessarily healthier teeth — but that’s just not true. And one that really kills me is the myth that flossing just isn’t that important. But if you’re reading this blog post, you probably know that’s a big (dangerous) myth. Here’s a list of some more common dental myths. There is something that’s not on that list, though, and it’s a big misconception we hear all the time — so I’ll add it on here.
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Long Family Dental: The Dentist Midlothian Depends on for Oral Health
July 21, 2015
Your mouth is the main portal to the rest of your body. Therefore, the condition of your oral health affects your overall health. In other words, what happens in your mouth doesn’t necessarily stay in your mouth. Researchers have gathered evidence of the oral-systemic connection and proven that several illnesses and diseases can result from poor oral hygiene. Therefore, the need to take care of your teeth and gums cannot be overstated. With offices in Midlothian, TX, and Cleburne, TX, the dentists at Long Family Dental and their staff of dental hygienists and dental assistants can help you maintain your oral and general health.
Periodontal disease—or gum disease—along with the bacteria that cause it are the main culprits in systemic diseases that may be linked to oral health. These include, but are not limited to:
Diabetes. That people with type 2 diabetes are more likely to have gum disease has been well-known for many years. Now, however, research shows that patients with gum disease have an increased risk of developing diabetes as compared to people with little or no gum disease.
Heart disease. Periodontal bacteria are sometimes the cause of trouble here. The “bad” bacteria that is associated with gum disease can enter your bloodstream, lodge inside blood vessels and lead to blockages, heart attack or even heart failure.
Pneumonia. Germs from periodontal infection can migrate into the neck and chest, and end up in the lungs. People with gum disease can aspirate the bacteria and pathogens associated with this disease into their airways.
Good Oral for Good Overall Health
To avoid these and other health concerns, Dr. Robert Long and Dr. Chris Long recommend that an effective oral hygiene routine be followed at home, as well as regularly scheduled dental exams and cleanings. At least twice a day, brush your teeth with a soft bristle toothbrush. (Hard bristles can scratch your teeth’s enamel.) Hold the brush at a 45 degree angle against the gum line and brush in small circular motions. Be sure to brush the outside, inside and biting surface of each tooth, using a short back-and-forth motion. Don’t forget to brush your tongue, too, to remove bacteria that can cause bad breath. A good brushing should take at least two to three minutes.
Finally, floss between your teeth at least once a day. Use about 18 inches of floss and gently move the floss up and down between teeth, guiding the string with your thumbs and index fingers. Advance the string of floss and move from one tooth to the next.
Call Our Office Today
In addition to your at-home oral hygiene practice, Long Family Dental would like to see you twice each year for checkups when we’ll clean your teeth, remove plaque and tartar, check the health of your gums, examine for tooth decay and complete an oral cancer screening. The dentist Cleburne, TX, trusts also conveniently serves patients from Waxahachie, Burleson, Joshua, Red Oak, Mansfield and Cedar Hill and beyond.