Today is National Junk Food Day, a holiday to celebrate and enjoy all of your favorite guilty gastronomic pleasures. While sipping on soda, munching on chips, and feasting on fried Twinkies can be fun, and certainly tasty, these snacks can wreak havoc on your smile. Houston dentist Dr. Craig Armstrong and our team want you […]
Most of us would like to enhance some aspect of our smile. Perhaps you’d like to whiten your enamel, lengthen your teeth, or straighten your grin. At our Houston practice, cosmetic dentist Dr. Craig Armstrong can simultaneously improve numerous aspects of your smile with porcelain veneers, an advanced multipurpose treatment. This procedure involves covering the […]
Do you ever wake up with a parched, cracked, stinging, or sticky feeling in your mouth? Many people suffer from xerostomia, or dry mouth, during sleep, leading them to wake up with these symptoms on a regular basis. You might think dry mouth is normal, but this condition can be both uncomfortable and unhealthy. Dry […]
Most of us have been there: you find out you have a cavity and have to get a filling. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 92 percent of adults between 20 and 64 “have had dental caries in their permanent teeth” and 26 percent “have untreated decay.” Removing the diseased portion […]
According to a survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, “when respondents were asked, ‘What would you like to improve most about your smile?’ The most common response was: Whiter & brighter teeth.” Most people would like to enjoy a lighter smile, so it comes as no surprise that teeth whitening products make up […]
As summer approaches, you might be anxious to get out your bathing suit and head to the pool. Swimming is a great way to get some exercise and enjoy fun in the sun with your family and friends. Unfortunately, however, the chlorine used to keep pools clean can actually damage your teeth, according to multiple […]
Last Sunday was Earth Day, an annual celebration held every April 22. Begun in the United States in 1969, Earth Day is now a global holiday to raise awareness for environmental issues and encourage people everywhere to take action for a cleaner planet. At Dr. Craig Armstrong’s office, we recognize the importance of protecting our […]
Many Christians observe Lent, a six-week period of fasting, moderation, and discipline. Some people give up a particular item for lent, perhaps by skipping their morning Starbucks run, abstaining from alcohol, or giving up empty carbohydrates. Others follow a more specific diet, avoiding meat on Fridays and fasting on certain holidays, such as Ash Wednesday […]
Your pregnancy is an exciting time in your life, but did you know your changing body and growing baby could also affect your teeth and gums? Likewise, your oral and dental health habits during your pregnancy can set the stage for your youngster’s well-being once he or she is born. Taking excellent care of your […]
According to a 2014 study published in General Dentistry—the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)—custom mouthguards may reduce the risk of concussion in athletes. With school sports getting back into full swing, it is important for families to consider custom mouthguards for young athletes. Researchers studied 412 high school football players […]
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