Plano Cosmetic Dentist News and Information
Our motto is “Together we will create your new smile”, meaning we work together as partners. We’ve learned that an educated patient makes educated decisions, and we hope that these topics will increase your understanding of what is available to you while visiting our practice.
What is Bruxism?
What is bruxism? Bruxism is the medical term for what is commonly known as "teeth grinding". Bruxism (pronounced BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which a person grinds, gnashes or clenches their teeth. This is usually an unconscious clenching that can occur either when...
TMJ FAQ
Are you suffering from TMJ disorder or suspect that you may be experiencing symptoms of TMJ? If so, it's natural that you have some questions about TMJ, it's causes and treatment options. In this post, we respond to the most common TMJ questions that we frequently...
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
The month of April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Why are oral cancer screenings important? Although many people are under the impression that oral cancer is rare, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, over 50,00 people in the US will be newly diagnosed with oral...
Plano Dentist David Wilhite (Video)
Plano Dentist David Wilhite, DDS, MAGD Hello, I am Dr. David Wilhite. I am a family and cosmetic dentist in Plano, Texas. We are a dental office that loves seeing patients of all ages. We specialize in family and cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, sleep disorders, oral...
Benefits of Implants Over Dentures – Pros and Cons
In this post, we discuss the benefits of dental implants over dentures and the pros and cons of implants vs dentures. A majority of adults age 35 and over are missing at least one tooth or more. Many others suffer from gum disease which threatens the loss of...
Causes of Toothaches
Just about everyone has suffered from a toothache at some point. They can cause you pain, headaches, and suffering that interfere with your everyday life. In most cases, a toothache is caused by a cavity and tooth decay. They're not the only causes of toothaches...
