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Traditionally, dentists have used what’s known as amalgam, or special metal alloys, to fill cavities. However, modern dental medicine has advanced to the point that Dr. Heizer & Dr. O’Grady can offer Granbury patients a much better option for filling holes caused by tooth decay: composite fillings. At Lakeview Dental, we would like to educate you on the benefits of tooth-colored, composite fillings, so please let this article serve as your personal fillings fact sheet. The History of Fillings [...]

We’ve all had a toothache at some point at some point or another. While you should always consult your Granbury dentist, it’s not always a serious problem. Often, the issue can be fixed with a filling or a root canal. However, many Granbury residents have found themselves in a situation where the tooth is not salvageable, and the only solution is for Dr. Heizer & Dr. O’Grady to perform an extraction, or remove the tooth. Today, Dr. Heizer [...]

Cracked tooth syndrome (CTS), also known as cracked cusp syndrome or split tooth syndrome, is a painful condition that results from a crack in one of your teeth. CTS can mean anything from a tiny hairline split in the crown to a fracture that goes all the way to the root. If you have a nasty toothache and remember biting down on something hard, it’s time to callDr. Heizer & Dr. O’Grady. Don’t worry though, because the [...]

When it comes to ridiculous beliefs on dental hygiene and treatment, we’ve heard just about everything. However, the most dangerous ones usually aren’t quite so over the top. Unfortunately, a number of dental myths are floating all over Grandview , so Dr. Heizer & Dr. O’Grady are here to put an end to the misinformation. Don’t feel bad if you have believed one or more of these at some point, you’re not the only one, [...]

Every Granbury parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led believe they don’t have an impact on a child’s dental health later in life. Dr. Heizer & Dr. O’Gradywants you to know that that couldn’t be further from the truth! [...]

If you are looking for a dentist in Grandview, you may have picked up on the fact that there are two types of dental degrees – DDS and DMD. Perhaps you’ve noticed that there are far more of one than the other, or maybe they are split 50/50. Either way, you’re probably wondering what the difference is, and how this will affect your dental care. At Lakeview Dental, we love to spread the word [...]

Most of us in Granbury have experienced a toothache. At their mildest, toothaches may cause just enough discomfort to get on your nerves and disrupt your concentration, but at their worst, they can be debilitating. Because the pain feels like it’s coming from your tooth, it’s natural to assume that all toothaches are caused by cavities, gum disease or some other tooth-related problem. However, Dr. Heizer would like you to know that not all toothaches are related [...]

Having a great smile is a privilege that everyone in Granbury should enjoy. The confidence that comes from having genuine pride in your pearly whites is irreplaceable. However, many of us struggle with imperfections in our teeth. Broken, chipped, cracked, stained, and crooked teeth can really put a damper on your smile. At Lakeview Dental, we know how much a healthy, happy smile means to Granbury residents, so we’d like to talk about how Dr. Heizer can help [...]