Plano, TX Dentist Blog

Dec
05

What are my options for treating gum disease?

Gum disease is a prevalent oral health condition affecting nearly 80% of patients.  Gum disease is a progressive disease and many studies show gum disease to be a leading factor in additional oral and systemic health problems. If you have…

Nov
02

Can I Treat Gum Disease Without Surgery?

With advancements in dental technology, there are now better ways to treat gum disease without the need for invasive gum surgery. Plano, TX periodontist Dr. Bradley Dean offers non-surgical treatments for moderate to advanced gum disease. Our state of the…

Oct
04

The Cost of Missing Teeth

One common question we hear from patients is, "How much do dental implants cost?" We encourage patients to consider the cost of missing teeth. Missing teeth cause a domino effect of oral health complications when left untreated. Dental implants are…

Sep
05

What are Zygoma Dental Implants?

There is a good chance you know about dental implants, but have you read about the new Zygoma dental implants?  As dental technology continues to advance, new and innovative implant techniques and materials are being developed to improve the dental…

Aug
01

What Are All-On-Four® Dental Implants?

All on Four® is a revolutionary dental implant technique. With as few as four dental implants, a denture can be permanently secured to replace a full arch of missing teeth, often in just one visit to our Plano, TX dentist…

Jul
18

What is periodontics?

What is periodontics? What is a periodontist? Periodontics is the study, diagnosis and treatment of gum disease, and associated complications such as gum recession and tooth loss. Periodontists are dentists who focus on restoring the health of the gums for…