Toothbrush Questions Answered by Dentist

You know that you should brush your teeth at least twice a day. You are probably curious about all of the varieties of toothbrushes on the market. Instruments we use to clean our teeth have evolved over the years. Some designs have failed. The more years that pass, the more that the dental industry learns… Read more »

Crossing the Gender Lines of Dental Health

You may have heard various gender statistics in your life (and possibly wondered if they were actual facts, or more like stereotypes). Women live longer than men. Men are stronger than women. Women tolerate pain better than men. Men have higher metabolisms than women. Women are more emotional. Men make more money. There are certainly… Read more »

Could Fish Oil Hold the Key to Treating Gum Disease?

Gum disease afflicts approximately 50% of American adults. No wonder severe gum disease (periodontitis) is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. The medical field has become increasingly interested in oral systemic health. The idea that poor dental health might heighten your risk for heart disease, strokes, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease has perked up the… Read more »

Learn More about your Salivary Glands

When droughts occur in the environment we panic, and rightly so. Droughts inside our mouths are a different problem, but also worthy of concern. Saliva is an essential part of dental health. Salivary glands are one of those parts of our body that are easy to ignore, but their optimal function can play a huge… Read more »

Don’t Forget to Add Dental Checkups to your Calendar

Celina, TX dentist, Dr. Newton, loves her patients. Sometimes, it would be nice to see them even more often. However, in the world of preventive dental care, every six months is usually a sufficient goal for dental checkups. If you have specific needs that require more frequent cleanings or checks, Dr. Newton may recommend that… Read more »

Denture Dilemmas Discussed in Celina, TX

If you already wear dentures, you probably had to take some time to adjust to the feeling. Perhaps they still aren’t the most comfortable part of your body. In fact, dentures can even become uncomfortable after you’ve worn them for years. As you age, the structure of your jawbone will change, and unfortunately sometimes lose… Read more »

Oral Cancer FAQs Answered by Celina Dentist

Oral cancer has an incredible 50 to 80 percent survival rate, provided you catch the disease early. This is unlikely to happen if you don’t keep up with regular medical and dental checkups. Any malignancy, when discovered at an early stage, will be that much easier to fight. Celina dentist, Dr. Newton, makes sure to… Read more »

Celina, TX Dentist Reminds You to Wash Your Hands

It’s that time of year when sniffles and sneezes abound. Hacking coughs echo through the halls of office buildings, classrooms, and malls. You feel that tickle in your throat and hope that it will just be a mild cold and not something more dastardly like a flu, bronchitis, strep throat, or pneumonia. Celina, TX dentist,… Read more »

Celina, TX Dentist Quizzes Patients on Sleep Apnea

Snoring and sleep apnea may not sound like dental issues, but dentists can actually help patients suffering from these problems. Sleep is a very important part of a fruitful and happy life. Celina, TX  dentist, Dr. Newton, will challenge you to a quiz on the condition of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Questions Q1. True or… Read more »

Celina, TX Dentist Speaks about Sleep Apnea in Teens

Many parents battle with their teenagers to get them to wake up earlier. Commonly, if left to their own devices, teens naturally gravitate to a stay-up-late/sleep-in-late schedule. Teenagers actually require 8 ½ to 9 ½ hours of sleep every night to function at full capacity. Many teens experience a huge sleep deficit, particularly during the… Read more »