A great, cheap product to add to your oral hygiene routine is hydrogen peroxide, which can be used in a number of ways to keep your teeth healthy and clean. Lakeview Dental loves providing our Granbury patients with tips to protect and maintain the beauty and health of their teeth that they can do from home. Just remember to check with us before you try these or any other new treatments, to make sure they are [...]
You might not even know it, but you probably have gum disease. 3 out of 4 people do! But, the good news is that it is easily treatable, especially when caught in its early stages. Lakeview Dental can help you get a happy, healthy mouth with simple treatments such as frequent cleanings and antibiotics. You might ask: if you don’t even know you have gum disease then why should you treat it? Dr. Heizer hopes this [...]
The image of a glass full of false teeth on the nightstand is plastered all throughout popular culture. You would think that soaking your dentures in water and cleaner is sufficient, but Dr. Heizer reminds us that proper denture care requires more than just that. In fact, denture maintenance is an important part of oral health. For Granbury residents who have dentures or are considering them, it is important to know exactly how they [...]
There is a good chance you have heard Dr. Heizer or someone else at Lakeview Dental mention the term ‘bruxism’ and discuss the problems it can cause for your oral health. At the office, we talk about a lot of technical dental stuff that doesn’t necessarily concern our Granbury patients, but bruxism is something we definitely want you to know about. Stress and bruxism go hand in hand, and we are going to tell [...]
If you have ever had a cold sore, you know how embarrassing they can be and how isolated they can make you feel. It should make you feel better to know that you are not alone: cold sores affect a whopping 8 out of 10 people. This may seem high, but even if you don’t remember getting a cold sore, you could still be a carrier, as most people are exposed to the virus [...]
We all know someone who asks for extra ice just so they can chew on it. And we’ve probably all heard that chewing ice is not healthy for your teeth. So what’s the truth? Is it best to put a stop to ice chewing? Absolutely, and for more reasons than most people are aware of. Dr. Heizer wants all Granbury residents to know why chewing ice is a bad habit, so please read on for the [...]
Expectant and new mothers in this day and age have a lot to think about. There are plenty of commonly known substances, practices, infections, and conditions that can adversely affect the health of your baby, but we’d like to tell you about the lesser known dangers to your baby. Dr. Heizer wants you to know that research has shown a significant connection between the oral health of mothers and the health of their babies [...]
Keep Your Mouth Healthy with These Foods Hello Granbury residents! As you know, Dr. Heizer and Lakeview Dental are committed to helping you maintain the best oral health and we’ve got some tips for you. It is common to hear about what not to eat, but today we are going to tell you about a few foods that will keep your mouth in top shape and how they do it. Fruits and Vegetables are Your Teeth’s Best [...]
It’s no secret that regular old braces carry a certain stigma. The brackets, wires, and small, colored bands are clunky and painful, and most people shudder at the thought of having to get them. However, the dentistry of today is very different and Dr. Heizer has options for you, like clear braces, that are less-invasive, nearly invisible, more comfortable, and take much less time. If you have ever dreamed about having a nicer smile, now [...]
Imagine this- you have come to see Dr. Heizer for a cleaning and routine check-up. The cleaning goes well, but then Dr. Heizer tells you that you have a cavity. You’ve been dreading the possibility of this news and now you fear that something must be wrong, since you have been brushing and flossing regularly. We at Lakeview Dental see this happen every day and we want to put your mind at ease. Cavities are very [...]
