If you had to give up your toothbrush or your car, which would it be? According to a recent survey, 42 percent of adults and 34 percent of teens would rather turn in their keys, computer, cell phone, or microwave than get rid of their toothbrush. It seems that many Granbury residents love toothbrushes the way Dr. Heizer does. We at Lakeview Dental would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the history of the toothbrush [...]
Why Do My Teeth Need To Be Aligned? The only reason people get braces is to improve their smile, right? Wrong! Occlusion, or the alignment of your teeth, is a crucial factor in the health and functionality of your entire mouth. It may not seem like anything more than a cosmetic issue, but malocclusion (misaligned teeth) can cause jaw pain, difficulty eating, jaw popping and more. Your mouth is a finely tuned digestive [...]
You have probably heard of diabetes, but did you know that it affects more than seven million people and they aren’t even aware of it? According to the American Diabetes Association, three people will be diagnosed with diabetes during the minute it takes to read this paragraph. If diabetes hasn’t touched your life, you may think you’re safe, butDr. Heizer and Dr. O’Grady wants all Granbury residents to know what it is, how to diagnose it, [...]
If you’re a regular visitor of our blog, you know that we love talking to Granbury folks about the importance of good home dental hygieneand regular visits to Dr. Heizer. Preventive dental medicine adds years of good oral health and beautiful smiles to your family’s lives. But did you know that your pets can also benefit from oral hygiene care? Here are a few fun facts about our furry friends: Cat Dental Facts ‘Kittens have [...]
Everybody knows that they should floss every day. But it just doesn’t always happen that way, does it? We know that flossing is harder than brushing for a number of reasons, but we also know how important it is to your oral health. Dr. Heizer wants all of our patients to floss every day, and we think one of the best ways to encourage you to floss is to give you some great reasons why you should. [...]
Headaches in Granbury are a dime a dozen. We all know the frustration of having your day interrupted by throbbing, shooting pains in the head. If you suffer from frequent headaches that never seem to go away, Dr. Heizer would like you to know about bruxism, or teeth grinding, a common condition that Granbury residents rarely know they have. At Lakeview Dental, we love spreading the news about all things dental health, so here is some headache information [...]
Have you ever considered that you may one day have dry mouth? Well as it turns out, 1 in 10 Americans take at least three prescription drugs per day, and dry mouth is among the most common side effects of medication. As a result, close to 50% of Americans aged 65 or older experience dry mouth. Even if this condition hasn’t affected you or your family personally, Dr. Heizer wants you to understand why dry [...]
Whitening strips are among the most popular health and beauty products in Granbury. Brightening up your pearly whites is a great way to give your smile a boost, and with all the over-the-counter options, there’s no reason not to pick one up and try it out. Dr. Heizer wants you to be informed about every aspect of dental health, so here’s a guide to which whitening options can give your teeth a bright new shine. If [...]
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy can be tricky, and Dr. Heizer wants to help Granbury residents get their mouths in tip-top shape. Here are five foods you can add to your healthy eating diet that can improve your dental health and may even help you avoid costly procedures such as implants, fillings, and more. 1) Celery The evil villain in many dental scenarios is plaque. And foods cause plaque, right? But did you know that some foods can [...]
Let’s be honest. If you are like most Granbury folks, you’ve probably put off going to the dentist at one time or another. Some of us have even avoided seeing a dentist for years at a time. In fact, one in three Americans avoid going to the dentist regularly. After a while, that time spent away from Dr. Heizer’s chair adds up, and so does the cost of dental work. You start to feel and [...]
