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Everything You Need to Know About Root Canals
Root canal therapy (RCT) is a common dental procedure that is performed when the soft tissue inside of the tooth, known as the pulp, becomes infected. The infection can be caused by a…
Sealants and Fluoride: Is Your Child’s Smile Protected?
Parents have the instinct to protect their children. Whether it is buckling them up in the car or making them wear a coat in the winter, it’s our innate desire to shield our…
How to Prepare for Your Oral Surgery
Oral surgery can involve procedures ranging from a simple tooth extraction to a complex corrective jaw surgery. Regardless of what type of oral surgery you are scheduled for, it is important to plan…
How Long Can I Wait to Fill a Cavity?
We all dread those words from our dentist, “you have a cavity.” If you have tooth decay, the next step is to repair it. Unless the decay is extensive, this usually involves a…
Can Teeth Heal Themselves?
Your teeth are made of the strongest substance in the human body. However, once your permanent teeth emerge in late childhood, you don’t get another set. If a tooth suffers a major fracture…
Baby Teeth: What Parents Need to Know
Baby teeth, also referred to as the primary teeth, are a temporary set of teeth in children that will eventually fall out as the permanent teeth are ready to emerge. Baby teeth are…
When to Consider Mouthwash?
Brushing and flossing are the two non-negotiable components of your oral care routine at home. However, many patients question whether they should “go the extra mile” by also rinsing with mouthwash. Is mouthwash…
Top 3 Benefits of Invisalign
When it comes to straightening teeth, the options aren’t as painful as you may think. Gone are the days when achieving a straight smile meant months or years in metal brackets and wires.…
Avalon Dental Group is Expanding!
We are proud to announce the opening of our second office location in Katy, Texas. With this exciting expansion, we intend to give patients the same superior level of care that we’ve always…
Caring for Your Crown
Dental crowns are one of the most trusted and versatile ways to improve your smile. Crowns can be used to correct cosmetic imperfections, but they are most often used as a restorative treatment…