Most people agree that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive than dull smiles. At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we use cosmetic dentistry to give our patients the bright, healthy and beautiful smiles they love. Cosmetic dentistry is very versatile. It creates positive changes to your smile with a blend of function and appearance.…
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Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
This post from Crabtree Dental in Katy focuses on professional cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are essential because they work together to maintain oral health. We encourage our patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing…
Preventing Tooth Decay
Tooth decay is one of the most pervasive dental health issues. It’s especiallly problematic in children, but adults can get cavities, too. We fill cavities every day at Crabtree Dental in Katy. Blame it on Bacteria The cause of tooth decay is bacteria. Bacteria live in your mouth and mingle with plaque and acids to…
Cosmetic Dental Artistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we create beautiful smiles with cosmetic dentistry every day of the week. It’s been said that cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art. That’s a pretty good definition for what we do. More to the point, though, is that we use sound dental techniques to bring positive changes…
Why You Should Take Snoring Seriously
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It may be a symptom of sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that can have significant health consequences. We treat snoring and sleep apnea at Crabtree Dental in Katy. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can…
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
If you have missing spaces in your smile due to cavities, injury or any other reason, there is hope. If your existing teeth are stained, decayed, or broken, there is hope. If your teeth have always been misshapen, or crooked, there is hope. Cosmetic dentistry from Crabtree Dental in Katy can fix all of those…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing your teeth can be a bit of a chore, but it’s one of the most important things you can do to maintain your dental health. It’s no wonder the team at Crabtree Dental in Katy is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss! Flossing is essential, You’ll never hear one of us say…
How To Beat Plaque
Plaque is that sticky, filmy stuff that forms on teeth. It is the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. And that, in turn, is why the team at Crabtree Dental in Katy reminds all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth twice a day. Plaque is a biofilm that forms when…
Looking For A Great Dentist?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
It’s easy to find a dentist. A quick Google search, a Yelp review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. Finding a dentist you’re really happy with – that can be a lot harder. At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we’re proud to have lots of happy patients and positive online reviews.…
Titanium: The Bone-Loving Metal
Categories: Dental health, Denture implants
The key to a successful dental implant is osseointegration: the fusing of the implant with the patient’s jawbone. At Crabtree Dental in Katy TX, we have performed many dental implants, and are proud that they have a success rate greater than ninety percent. Some patients think of dental implants as replacement teeth. But strictly speaking,…
