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So, you’ve just had a cleaning and checkup and you feel great. Your teeth feel slick and smooth, your gums aren’t bleeding as much and you just feel… fresh. You’re just hoping you don’t have that “fuzzy feeling” return as quickly as it has in the past. This time, you swear to yourself that you’re going to work harder at home to keep things feeling great. After all, you want to have another good checkup next time, too! If you want to know what you and your family can do to have great visits every time, a dentist in Denton explains some simple steps you can take at home for great oral health.

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“Mom, I have a loose tooth!” When kids notice that their baby teeth are starting to become loose, they might get excited. Perhaps they want to have something to offer to the Tooth Fairy, or maybe they’re just looking forward to getting “grown up” teeth. As a parent, you’ll probably share their enthusiasm. When can you expect your young ones to start losing their baby teeth, and what if you suspect that the timing for this rite of passage is off? Your children’s dentist in Denton is here to talk about this important subject.

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How much is a beautiful smile worth? It can improve your mood and that of others, and it can tell the people around you that you’re happy, confident, and outgoing. It helps you show off your winning personality! But what if your pearly whites miss the mark of perfection? Your cosmetic dentist in Denton provides services that can transform your smile.

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Southridge Dental has some exciting news to share: we’re going to be opening a new, state-of-the-art facility in the coming months! Our patients already count on us for expert care in a modern environment, and that’s only going to get better in our new location. 

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You love your family – there’s nothing that makes you happier than seeing them smile. And when they do, you can’t help but wonder what you can do to make sure their teeth remain healthy no matter what age your relatives are. Luckily for you, the premier family dentist in Denton is here to share strategies that help maintain optimal oral health throughout the years. Learn more from the team at Southridge Dental and make dental hygiene fun for the whole family.

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Sometimes it may feel like a nuisance having to go to the dentist every six-months. It takes time out of your busy schedule, and it seems like you were just there. You often ask yourself, wouldn’t one appointment a year be enough? The answer to that question is – No! Dr. Ted Dunson, your dentist in Denton, discusses why prevention is the key to maintaining optimum oral health for a lifetime.

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It can be hectic running a family sometimes. You look at your calendar of appointments and you start to empathize with air traffic controllers. Even when things are running smoothly, it can be very stressful, and dental issues only make it harder. Your child hasn’t had a check-up in a very long time, one of your parents has been complaining about their dentures, and you have a broken tooth that needs fixing. You spend hours on the internet trying to find dentists who can take care of each particular problem, and of course, none of them are close to each other. This is a problem many people are faced with every day while trying to balance the dental needs of everyone in their family. “Can’t I find one dentist near me who can help everybody?” Yes, yes you can, and Dr. Ted Dunson  is going to share a little more about how he can help your entire family from one convenient location. (more…)

Working with the right health care providers is important, especially when you have a family to think about. You want to find providers who are caring, will listen to your needs and concerns, and someone you can trust who has your best interests in mind. The same is true for your dental provider, but how do you know who you can trust? At Southridge Dental, we want to remove the guesswork when it comes to choosing your dental provider, so we’re offering some helpful tips for finding a new dentist in Denton.

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You check your watch after you light up your first cigarette of the day. Your morning routine wouldn’t be the same without it. Those 5-10 minutes help you relax and allows your mind to calmly wander. You know smoking is bad for your health and that you should quit, but it’s a very ingrained habit at this point. You’re probably aware of the effects it can have on your skin, heart, and lungs, but did you know smoking can also damage your teeth and gums? Your dentist in Denton, Dr. Ted Dunson II, wants you to know the effects smoking can have on your oral health, as well as how he can help you. (more…)