Friendly Dental Tips and Guidance

Sometimes when we have a patient that comes in to our Keller, TX dental office, the patient may need an in depth dental cleaning prior to a typical prophylaxis cleaning. This service is called a debridement and may help new dental patients or those that haven't been to the dentist in years to understand what to expect when visiting the dentist after a long period of time. First off, don't be alarmed or worried that something painful or uncomfortable is required to clean up your teeth. Our dental hygienists are legitimately (our opinion) the best in Texas and trust me we've seen patients with teeth in more dire need of care than yours walk out happy and smiling. [...]

Dental prophylaxis is a cleaning procedure performed by a dental hygienist to thoroughly clean the teeth. Prophylaxis helps stop the progression of periodontal disease and gingivitis in order to reach a maintenance care level of daily oral hygiene. Preventing Gingivitis with Prophylaxis Gingivitis, periodontal disease, and pericoronitis occur when bacteria from plaque aren't cleaned from the teeth and gums completely on a regular basis and have the time to grow and harden. Gum disease becomes a problem because bacteria reach between the gums and the teeth and cause further damage including gum recession and gum loss. It also causes terribly bad breath. These bacterial colonies cause inflammation and irritation which can create a systemic chronic inflammatory response [...]

Periodontal refers to the tissue surrounding and supporting the teeth: your gums. Periodontal Maintenance Cleaning refers to when the dentist or periodontist treats the gum disease by providing more regular dental cleanings. Dentists used to send patients specifically to a periodontist for gum disease, but Dr. Tyson Pickett, DDS FAGD and his team at Pickett Family Dental are well trained and experienced at resolving gum disease at any stage. If you believe you're suffering from periodontal disease, then schedule an appointment with the best dentist in Keller, TX to provide the proper level of care and maintenance to prevent further damage to your mouth, teeth, and gums. The 4 Stages of Gum Disease There are 4 stages of gum [...]

Are you looking for a dentist near you in Keller, TX? Dr. Tyson Pickett, DDS FAGD would like to make the case that he and his amazing team at Pickett Family Dental are the best choice in town and even the entire North DFW area. Let's make our case on why you should choose the nearby Pickett Family Dental located right off of Keller Pkwy right between the CVS and Braum's Ice Cream & Burger Restaurant and across the street from Keller Town Center Shopping Mall. First off, Dr. Tyson Pickett, DDS FAGD and our family at Pickett Family Dental offer extensive dental services in a relaxing and personalized setting for you and your family at our convenient Keller, TX dentist [...]

Periodontal Pockets a.k.a. Gum Pockets Periodontal pockets are spaces surrounding the teeth under the gum line. This is caused by bacteria buildup surrounding and separating the gum from the tooth, burying into the gum tissue causing infection, gum disease, and tartar build up over time. If gum disease builds up, it can cause heart damage and diabetes. If you're suffering from periodontal pockets, then you need to see the dentist right away to prevent gum recession. Gum recession occurs with the gum tissue recedes or is reduced down low and lower around the tooth until the entire tooth is visible. This is not looks unappealing, but is extremely dangerous to your oral health. What causes gum [...]

Your overall health is important for a long, healthy life. Good diet and exercise are not the only activities that make the ingredients for health. Your oral health is just as important, especially to prevent gum disease. When you have other health conditions or underlying conditions, gum disease can make your health difficult. Sugary foods and drinks, especially soda, has led to a big uptick in poor oral health, particularly gum disease. It has also increased the occurrence of diabetes in all ages. When you combine poor oral health and diabetes, the two can make the other worse. If allowed to continue, it is a vicious cycle of health risks. Gum Disease Can Worsen Diabetes If [...]

There are a lot of people that think regular dental cleanings aren’t worth it and even needed. Unfortunately, this is far from the truth and leaves them open to numerous health risks. One of these risks is gum disease which affects 50% or more of Americans. Even with brushing your teeth at home, gum disease still occurs. This is why dentists recommend regular dental cleanings and exams to ensure your oral health is in top condition. Regular cleanings allow your dentist to catch problems before they become worse and to adjust your treatment to address these problems. Plus, dental cleanings are not expensive when compared to many other health services, even without insurance. How Dental Cleaning Prevents Gum Disease [...]

Dental Deep Cleaning Dental deep cleaning, also called root scaling and planing (SRP), is a procedure that has been around for a long time. Our dental hygienists will use an ultrasonic instrument or manual scaling tools to remove the plaque (tartar) on the surface of the enamel under the gums that cause chronic irritation and bone loss. This procedure is different from regular cleaning which only cleans along the gum line. Deep cleaning also targets the roots of your teeth to make the cementum on the surface smoother. This will help keep plaque from forming in spaces that are uneven. Why do dentists do deep cleaning? Is it really necessary? Deep Cleaning is a [...]

More than one-in-ten Americans have multiple missing teeth. That adds up to about 36 million people, with 120 million missing at least one tooth. Of those people missing multiple teeth, 90% wear dentures. If you’re missing teeth due to tooth decay or gum disease, or need to have teeth surgically removed, you’re not alone. These issues can be painful and seem embarrassing, but with the right dentist near you, you can get back a full and healthy smile. But when it comes to temporary vs permanent dentures, which option is best for you? Temporary vs permanent dentures? Temporary dentures are often used when you are getting ready for oral surgery or other dental procedures. They help to secure the [...]

If you lose one or more teeth due to gum disease or tooth decay and choose the route of dentures after speaking with your Keller Texas Dentist, Dr. Tyson Pickett, DDS FAGD, then you can replace these teeth with partial or complete dentures. Dentures are removable false teeth that appear natural. While we typically recommend dental implants for most patients, sometimes dentures may be a better option. If you're still trying to decide then we recommend reading the differences between dentures and dental implants. If, having chosen dentures, then you should understand the purpose of temporary dentures prior to receiving your permanent dentures. What Are Immediate (or Temporary) Dentures? The difference between immediate or temporary dentures [...]