by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Dec 6, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, General Dentistry
A number of serious health problems like cancer are linked to smoking, but your oral health is also at risk from using tobacco. Your teeth can be severely stained, turning them yellow or brown, and your lips can become darker too. Smokers have a higher risk of tooth...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Nov 1, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry at our Bastrop dental office helps patients get the care they need for their teeth and can turn an otherwise stressful experience into a comfortable dental visit. Initially developed to focus on patients with special needs and those with acute...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Oct 18, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Implant Dentistry
A dental implant replaces missing teeth by providing an artificial root and tooth. This type of restoration is a permanent solution that gives you back the appearance and function of your mouth. Implants match your real teeth and fuse right into your jaw bone....
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Aug 23, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Sedation Dentistry
Dental anxiety is more common than most people realize, and for millions of patients, it is the very reason they avoid the care their smiles genuinely need. Whether it is a deep-seated fear of needles, a sensitive gag reflex, the sounds and sensations of treatment, or...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Jun 14, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Implant Dentistry
Did you know that 69 percent of adults have lost at least one tooth? Missing teeth don’t just damage your smile. They can limit your diet, inhibit your speech, and compromise your oral health. Studies show that when one tooth is loss, 20 percent of adjacent teeth may...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | May 31, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Oral Surgery
Many oral surgeries go beyond simply removing a tooth, and the cause is not always related to poor dental hygiene. Some reasons for oral surgery just can’t be predicted or avoided, such as injuries, birth defects, or cancer. Great strides have been made in oral...
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