Taking Care of Your Teeth When You’re Sick
Have you been feeling under the weather lately? When you’re sick with a cold or the flu, you may not feel like doing much. However, taking care of your teeth…
What are some benefits of dental x-rays?
Dental X-rays are an important diagnostic and preventative tool. They provide vital information about the health of your teeth, gums, and jawbone that is not visible during a routine dental…
Fall in love with your smile in 2023
At Memorial City Dentistry, we see this all too frequently. People use “soft smiling” because their teeth are discolored, chipped, or awkwardly turned out. They can’t stop smiling and are…
Is Gum Disease a Symptom of Something Else?
It is common to believe that all gum disease is caused by poor oral hygiene. It is in many cases. However, red or swollen gums can be an indication of…
All about TMJ and TMD
It is easy to confuse some medical terms. For example, you may hear people refer to TMJ and TMD as the same thing. Even medical professionals confuse these terms sometimes.…
Six Dental Health Care Tips for Children and Teens as They Return to School
As your children return to school, there are several dental care tips that you should understand to keep them from developing tooth decay, bad breath or gum disease. Tip 1:…
Fall Sports and Mouthguards
Houston students are mostly back in school, which means fall sports have begun. Did you know that sports-related injuries to the mouth and jaw are among the most common among…
Have you lost a filling? What to Do and How to Do It
I’ve lost a filling in my tooth and am at a loss! Relax and take a deep breath. If you have a lost tooth filling, there are various choices available…
Vaping and Your Oral Health
In December 2018, the U.S. Surgeon General declared the use of e-cigarettes among youth and teens to be an “epidemic” that needed to be addressed. During that year alone, 3.6…
Brush or Floss First? Here’s What You Need to Know to Make an Informed Decision
If you appreciate puzzles, “What came first, the chicken or the egg? If you liked “The chicken or the egg?” you’ll like this one: “Which should you do first, brush…