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Nearly everyone develops tooth imperfections occasionally, but you don’t have to live with flaws in your smile that are irritating, embarrassing, or unsightly. You can even avoid pain and downtime while obtaining aesthetically perfect teeth. Whether you have tooth damage from age-related wear and tear, staining, or damage from biting...
Having a crooked smile can deeply affect your confidence, but for many people, having a mouth full of metal isn’t much better. That’s where Invisalign® steps in. Invisalign is a series of custom-made clear aligners that gently shift your teeth into place without the need for metal brackets or wires....
Now that the effects of COVID- 19 are at a slightly more manageable condition, many patients have started to return to get their dental cleanings. It is recommended by the American Dental Association that patients have a professional cleaning done at least two times a year. I brush two...
It is strongly recommended by dental professionals to floss daily and brush your teeth for two minutes at least twice a day. It is vital to brush off any plaque build up and maintain good dental hygiene. However, is there such a thing as brushing too much? What are...
If you have a small child or baby at home, it’s important to monitor when their teeth erupt and maintain good oral hygiene. How long should you wait until you take them to their first dental visit? As soon as 6 months to a year after their teeth have erupted...
One of the most common dental procedures in response to tooth pain is a root canal therapy. A root canal is essentially where the dentist would remove the infection and infected nerve. Once the nerve is removed, the canals that previously held the nerve would be filled with a filling...
Who doesn’t enjoy a cold, bubbly soda from time to time with your meal? However, sodas are one of the most detrimental drinks that you could introduce to your oral health. Sodas usually contain a good concentration of citrus, sugars, phosphates, and acids. These are all factors that can weaken...
Wisdom teeth: friend or foe? We’ve all seen the funny videos online of patients acting silly after laughing gas while recovering from wisdom teeth extraction. Wisdom teeth are little more complicated than what’s in the eye. How can wisdom teeth impact our oral health? Over time, the human jaw...
Flossing is one of the vital things to do in order to help upkeep good oral hygiene. If we get down to the nitty gritty of things though: when is it the best time to floss your teeth? The most efficient time to floss would be before brushing your teeth....
Do you have a missing tooth or a gap that you want to get restored but want a more permanent and easy to maintain solution? Then, consider getting implants! Here at Ridge Commons Family Dentistry in McKinney, Dr. Huyen (Winnie) Nguyen can help you get on the right path. ...
Are you unhappy with your smile? Are you wanting to close some gaps and re-align your teeth but don’t want to deal with the hassle of traditional braces? Ifo so, clear aligners as an alternative may be the best for you. Dr. Huyen (Winnie) Nguyen, a dentist based in Mckinney,...
What’s more pleasant than having to have an impression of your mouth taken with the drippy, gooey alginate material? Although alginate impressions do get the job done of getting a mold of a patient’s mouth, this traditional method tends to be uncomfortable for patients, are messy to work with, and...
It is extremely important to brush your teeth at least twice a day in order to help maintain good oral hygiene. It is also important to take into consideration WHEN we should brush our teeth. A common misconception is that it is beneficial to brush your teeth right after a...
Have you noticed gum inflammation or that your teeth appear to be elongated ? It is important to be consistent on attending your dental appointments before the bacteria in our mouths start to harden around your gums into what is called calculus. This buildup can result in bone loss and...
Are you looking for a whiter, brighter smiler? After consulting with Dr. Nguyen or one of our staff members about your interest in whitening, we would be more than happy to help you determine which whitening option is best for you. At Ridge Commons Family Dentistry in McKinney, Texas we...
At Ridge Commons Family Dentistry, it is not only important that we address your dental concerns, but also help you understand the importance of the procedures. All of which contribute to improving and maintaining your oral health. One of the procedures that are especially helpful in preventing dental cavities are...
You often hear during toothpaste commercials on how effective they are at fighting against plaque. If you run your tongue over your teeth right now, you might even feel a thin, sticky film that seems to always establish its presence despite your thorough brushing. That is plaque. Our mouths are...
At one point during your visit to the dentist, you would remember that after your cleaning, there would be an almost gritty film coating your teeth. You most definitely remember the dentist telling you, “Don’t eat or drink for at least 30 minutes!” What is that stuff on your...
Your Halloween Nightmare: Candy! Halloween is rolling right around the corner! Whether you go trick-or-treating, or simply stocking up on discount candy at your grocery store, the least of your worries should be a ghost...
There are many types of human coronavirus but the type that causes COVID-19 is very contagious. Good news is that coronavirus is one of the easiest types of viruses to kill. Keeping everyone healthy is possible if we all do our part. At Ridge Commons Family Dentistry, we are commited...
Hello RCFD Family! At RCFD, we love our electric toothbrushes. Let’s take a look at the side by side comparison of the benefits of using an electric toothbrush versus a manual toothbrush. Electric ToothBrush Manual Toothbrush Effectiveness? Electric toothbrush bristles vibrate or rotate, which allow for more effective removal...
Do you, your child, or someone that you know grind their teeth in their sleep? It’s much more common than you think, but we are here to help! What is teeth grinding? Teeth grinding is medically known as bruxism and it often occurs while you are sleeping; however, it...
Silver Diamine Fluoride At Ridge Commons Family Dentistry, our approach is conservative and predictable. Teeth are very strong and if given the right tools, small cavities can heal on their own. One tool we use is called Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF). What is SDF? SDF is a medication that...