Brushing and flossing are not enough to keep your teeth and gums healthy. The American Dental Association also recommends you see your dentist in Pasadena twice a year. You may think the routine visits are only for a cleaning and checkup, but they serve another important purpose as well. Your dentist will also perform an oral cancer screening. Now, you can enjoy the power of early detection by visiting your dentist twice a year.
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Visit Your Dentist in Pasadena for an Oral Cancer Screening
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Senior Oral Health Care and Dentures in Pasadena
September 19, 2018
Throughout your life, your oral health needs constantly change. While you were younger, brushing, flossing, and regular visits to your dentist may have been enough to keep your smile healthy. Now that you have reached your Golden Years, you have more advanced needs, especially if you wear dentures in Pasadena. To ensure that your dental needs are met, there are a few simple tips to keep in mind when caring for your smile.
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Pasadena, TX dentists give tips on easing dental fear
March 4, 2016
Everybody is afraid of something. Experts say one in 5 American adults is so frightened at the prospect of going to the dentist that he or she avoids it altogether, much to the detriment of their oral and systemic health. What’s the solution? Read some tips to overcoming dental phobia from Pasadena, TX dentists, Dr. Kimber Holmes and Dr. Erica Revel. (more…)
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Pasadena, TX dental check-ups support oral health
January 3, 2016
Prevent oral health problems with Pasadena, TX dental check-ups and cleanings. Pasadena, TX dentists, Drs. Holmes and Revel, want to see their patients semi-annually.
You take your car for routine maintenance. Shouldn’t you do the same for your teeth and gums? Semi-annual check-ups and hygienic cleanings with Pasadena, TX family dentists, Drs. Kimber Holmes and Erica Revel, keep tooth enamel and soft tissues at their sparkling best and pinpoint oral and systemic health problems before they become expensive and complex. (more…)
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What’s the right time for wisdom teeth removal?
November 3, 2015
The third molars can cause pain and infection. Find out the best time for wisdom teeth removal from Pasadena dentists, Drs. Kimber Holmes and Erica Revel.
Adolescence is here, and the third molars, or wisdom teeth, are causing crowding at the back of your teenager’s mouth. Should your Pasadena dentist extract them, and if so, when is the best time for wisdom teeth removal?
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Dental Checkups Help Us Keep a Close Eye On Your Dental Situation
September 3, 2015
There are many reasons why any patient should come into our office for a dental checkup and cleaning. The fact is, you can’t see everything going on in your mouth just by looking in the mirror alone. Unless you can turn your head almost the entire way around like an owl, there’s simply no way to keep a close eye on everything going on in your mouth. Sure, you may be able to spot signs of cavity development, but you won’t be able to see the back teeth as clearly.
Our Pasadena office has the general dentistry services you can count on. Did you know most of preventive dentistry occurs when you’re at home? Part of general dentistry is teaching our patients proper dental hygiene habits and taking them home to perfect their technique. Having good dental hygiene can go a long way in keeping your oral health operating at maximum efficiency. If it’s been awhile since you’ve had your teeth checked, it’s time to take action. There could be problems forming and you won’t have the slightest idea. Come into our office and get the special treatment during a dental checkup. We’ll ensure your mouth stay as healthy as possible. Dr. Holmes and Dr. Revel are the dentists Pasadena, TX residents can trust for fantastic dental service.
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For a Family Dentist, Pasadena, TX, Chooses Dr. Holmes and Dr. Revel
May 27, 2015
No question about it—the school year is busy. But during the summer, the pace slows and there’s more time for fun and relaxation. There’s also more time to schedule those all-important dental checkups for you and your family. Dr. Erica Revel and Dr. Kimber Holmes at Pasadena Family Dentistry in Pasadena, TX, are dedicated to providing each member of your family with the oral health care they need. If you’re looking for the family dentist Pasadena trusts, then look no further than Pasadena’s own. We’d love to add your family to our family!
We may be professional dentists, but the truth is you are your family’s first dentist. The cliché “monkey see, monkey do,” has probably never been more applicable than when teaching your children to brush and floss their teeth. If your kids see you taking care of your teeth and gums every day, then they are more likely to do the same. In fact, daily brushing and flossing could be a new family activity to begin over the summer.
Pasadena Family Dentistry and You
In addition to your home hygiene routine, regular dental checkups are critical to your family’s oral health. At a checkup, we’ll clean your teeth, appraise the health of your gums, examine for tooth decay and take x-rays when necessary to reveal any signs of decay or infection that might be hiding in spots not visible to the eye. In keeping with the recommendation of the American Dental Association, Dr. Holmes and Dr. Revel would like to see you and every member of your family twice each year for these checkups. With this regularity, we can more easily monitor for changes in your dental condition that may warrant treatment.
Beyond these regular dental checkups, family dentistry at Pasadena Family Dentistry includes other services that are important to your oral and general health. Gum disease therapy, for example, helps to arrest this infection of the gums and bone that support your teeth. Not only can the bacteria that cause gum disease spread in your mouth, they can also migrate to other bodily organs and systems, thereby causing overall health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, low birth weight and even dementia.
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If you’re searching for a family or cosmetic dentist in Pasadena, TX, call the office of Pasadena Family Dentistry today. We also serve patients in South Houston, La Porte, Deer Park, Channelview, Clear Lake, and beyond.
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Children’s Dentistry in Pasadena, TX
February 15, 2015
Everyone is familiar with Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day. But did you know that February is notable for another reason, too? The American Dental Association has designated all of February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. So, there couldn’t be a better time to make sure your children’s teeth are their healthiest. At Pasadena Family Dentistry, Dr. Kimber Holmes and Dr. Erica Revel practice children’s dentistry with an emphasis on education and prevention for the youngest citizens in Pasadena, TX, and beyond.
When your children are young, the best thing you can do to encourage proper oral health care is show them how you take care of your teeth and gums. Let them watch you brush and floss your teeth, and as they grow and their smiles develop, make brushing and flossing a family activity. There is truth in jest—monkey see, monkey do!
When you bring your children to the children’s dentist Pasadena trusts, we’ll reinforce the good habits you’ve established at home. At a dental checkup—and we’d like to see them every six months just as we do you—we’ll clean their teeth and remove plaque should there be any; we’ll examine their gums for early signs of periodontal disease; and we’ll visually check for signs of tooth decay and take digital x-rays when necessary to find hidden decay.
Fluoride Treatments and Dental Sealants
After we’ve cleaned your child’s teeth, we might apply a fluoride treatment. Fluoride is a mineral that attracts other minerals to strengthen teeth’s enamel, the first line of defense against cavities. We use a fluoride varnish, which is more effective than other fluoride treatments. Plus, it tastes good, and you no longer have to wait 30 minutes before eating or drinking.
Dental sealants are the next line of defense. Sealants are applied as a liquid on your child’s permanent molars and are then hardened with a curing light, thereby creating a barrier against decay-causing bacteria.
Schedule an Appointment Today
For the best in children’s dentistry, call Pasadena Family Dentistry. We proudly serve children and adults in Pasadena, TX, as well as from the surrounding communities of South Houston, La Porte, Deer Park, Channelview, Clear Lake, and beyond.
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Start 2015 Right: Experience General Dentistry at Pasadena Family Dentistry
January 19, 2015
The New Year has just begun, so there’s no better time than now to chart a course for good oral health care. And that’s exactly what general dentistry is designed to help you achieve. As general dentists, Dr. Kimber Holmes and Dr. Erica Revel at Pasadena Family Dentistry in Pasadena, TX, want you and every member of your family to enjoy optimal oral health.
Actually, Dr. Holmes and Dr. Revel are your dental partners, and as such they will help you do your part in having a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile. Naturally, this partly depends on your at-home dental hygiene routine. Our dentists and their team of dental hygienists and dental assistants can teach you how to properly brush and floss your teeth.
Dental Checkups: The Key to Good General Dentistry
The foundation of general dentistry at Pasadena Family Dentistry is the dental checkup. At this appointment, we’ll clean your teeth, assess the health of your gums, check for tooth decay and administer x-rays when necessary to uncover any problems that might be hiding in spots not visible to the eye. Dr. Holmes and Dr. Revel would like to see you and every member of your family twice each year for these checkups. With this regularity, we can more easily monitor for changes in your dental condition that may warrant treatment.
General Dentistry Beyond the Checkup
In addition to a checkup, Pasadena Family Dentistry offers other important general dentistry services. For example, if we find evidence of gum disease at your check up, we can treat with root planing and scaling to remove plaque and smooth rough surfaces of tooth roots. We may also prescribe an antibiotic to treat an infection due to gum disease or use laser treatment to remove bacteria and promote gum reattachment. In addition to periodontal therapy, our dentists also prescribe oral devices to treat bruxism and protect teeth during athletics and perform wisdom teeth extractions and root canal therapy.
Schedule an Appointment Today
To experience the best of general dentistry in Pasadena, TX, call the office of Pasadena Family Dentistry today. We also serve patients in South Houston, La Porte, Deer Park, Channelview, Clear Lake, and beyond.
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Remedy the Effects of Bruxism with a Custom Nightguard
October 15, 2014
Without even realizing, many people grind and clench their teeth. In fact, this tends to be an unconscious habit either during the day if we are stressed and anxious, or at night when we are asleep. Whenever it happens, teeth grinding and clenching, or bruxism, can be detrimental to your teeth, as well as to your bite and jaw. At Pasadena Family Dentistry in Pasadena, TX, Dr. Kimber Holmes and Dr. Erica Revel can prescribe an oral appliance, called a nightguard or splint, to prevent grinding and clenching.
The Symptoms and Consequences of Bruxism
Common symptoms of bruxism may include tooth pain, jaw soreness, headaches or an earache in the absence of infection. Some of the consequences of bruxism are visible, although others are not visibly apparent. So, if you are experiencing any of the symptoms of bruxism, it’s important to have a dentist evaluate your unique situation. The consequences of teeth grinding and clenching include:
- Fine cracks or broken fillings in your molars
- Worn and uneven front teeth
- Teeth that are ground down and, therefore, consistently sensitive to hot and cold
- Receding gums
- Loose teeth
- Headaches and jaw pain
- TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction
Your Custom-fitted Nightguard
Although there isn’t a cure for bruxism, Drs. Holmes and Revel can assess the degree of wear on your teeth, gums and jaw. Then, if appropriate, they will create a custom nightguard to protect your teeth from the damage caused by nighttime grinding and clenching. A nightguard will frequently alleviate many of the symptoms bruxism causes. Of course, if your teeth are damaged because of bruxism, or if TMJ has become an issue, then we will treat those conditions, too.
Contact Our Office Today
If you suspect or know that you are grinding and clenching your teeth, don’t hesitate in calling Pasadena Family Dentistry in Pasadena, TX. Drs. Holmes and Revel and their staff are waiting to help. Our office conveniently serves patients in South Houston, La Porte, Deer Park, Clear Lake and Channelview.
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