If you have noticed that your teeth do not align properly, or you experience discomfort when biting or chewing, you might have a malocclusion, which is informally known as a “bad bite.” At our holistic dental practice, Dr. Thomas and our team understand that dental misalignment can have profound effects on your oral health and overall wellness. To help you, we might suggest that you get started with Invisalign. This convenient treatment is able to address many cases of mild to moderate malocclusion.

Have you recently learned that you need a dental crown? If you have never undergone this process before, you might be a bit apprehensive about the road ahead. There is no need to worry. Dr. Thomas and our team try to make the experience as easy as possible. In this blog post, you will learn about the crown process and what you can expect it to feel like.

According to one estimate, more than 90% of people will get a cavity at some point in their life. The next time you are diagnosed with one, Dr. Thomas may recommend that you get a tooth-colored filling rather than an old-fashioned amalgam restoration. Indeed, the vast majority of dentists have completely abandoned metal fillings in favor of more modern options! What advantages do tooth-colored fillings have over their classic counterparts? This blog post explains five.

If you have lost one or more teeth, Dr. Thomas is likely to recommend that you receive dental implants. They are a reliable, strong, and long-lasting way to rebuild missing teeth! However, that has not always been the case. In fact, dental implants have traveled a long road to get to where they are now! Would you like to learn a bit about the history behind this remarkable treatment? This blog post shares some highlights of how dental implants have evolved throughout the centuries.

Most dental implants are made of titanium, a strong and durable material that bonds well with human bone. They have a great track record of success! However, they are not perfect. More and more patients are becoming concerned about the use of metals in dentistry. That is why they are choosing metal-free dental implants, which are made out of zirconia, instead. What are the advantages of choosing metal-free tooth replacement? This blog post explains.

If you are unhappy with the appearance of any of your teeth. Dr. Thomas and our Southlake team are ready to assist you. We offer a range of cosmetic and restorative treatments that can enhance your smile and support your long-term oral health. For example, we can provide crowns and veneers. Which option might be better for you? This blog post explains what you should know.

Lip and tongue ties are among the most prevalent birth defects in North America and around the world. If your child has either (or both) of these conditions, timely treatment is important! Dr. Thomas will likely recommend immediate intervention to prevent potential complications such as feeding difficulties, colic, and poor oral development. Depending on the details of your child’s case, they might need either a frenectomy or a frenotomy. How do these procedures work, and what is the difference between them? This blog post explains.

Lip and tongue tie are among the most common birth defects in the U.S. All you have to do is perform a quick Google search to find out that most medical professionals recommend a surgical procedure known as a frenectomy to address these issues. Certainly, a frenectomy can be effective — but is it always the best option? No, it is not. In fact, some children are eligible for non-surgical treatment via an innovative laser procedure known as Babylase. What is Babylase, and how does it work? This blog post explains.

It is no secret that oral health and overall health are strongly linked. After all, your mouth is the gateway to your body, and it can play a huge role in what happens to your systemic wellness. However, the opposite is also true. Your head-to-toe health can have a big impact on your smile! In this blog post, we take a look at some recent research that highlights that connection.

Zirconia dental implants, sometimes called ceramic dental implants, have seen a growth in popularity in recent years as more and more people become interested in holistic, metal-free oral health treatments. But are zirconia implants really all they are hyped up to be? In this blog post, a holistic dentist in Southlake explains some of their most outstanding pros and cons.