Unfortunately, toothaches are quite common. Most of us have experienced that sensitive, stinging sensation. The discomfort can spread throughout your entire mouth, making it difficult to speak, smile, and even eat. The only thing worse than a toothache is struggling through it with a constant stomachache. At our Houston dental practice, Dr. Craig Armstrong and […]
Although they’re called “wisdom teeth,” it’s not always wise to keep them in. These third molars come in at the furthest four corners of your mouth. Remnants of a time when our ancestors needed a third set of molars to make up for the teeth they lost throughout their lives, wisdom teeth don’t serve much […]
Let’s face it: most of us would prefer to have whiter, brighter smiles. Having yellow, gray, or otherwise discolored teeth can put a damper on your day and make you embarrassed of your grin. Fortunately, there is a lot you can do to enjoy a full set of pearly whites. At our Houston dental practice, […]
It happens to the best of us: dealing with blemishes around your smile can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and unhealthy. When pimples pop up around your grin, it can be difficult to determine their source and what you should do about them. Fortunately, Dr. Craig Armstrong and our Houston dental team are here to help you […]
Have you ever suffered from dry mouth? Even if you didn’t realize it, chances are, you have. According to the American Dental Association, up to 64.8 percent of people have this condition, whose technical name is xerostomia. Despite being widespread, many don’t realize that dry mouth is even a concern, so they don’t spot their symptoms […]
We use our mouths to sense taste, heat, cold, pressure, and even to help us smell. Your mouth is one of your most important organs, so it can be unnerving when it goes numb. Sometimes, a lack of sensation can be even more troubling than discomfort. Fortunately, Dr. Craig Armstrong and our team are here […]
Unfortunately, oral cancer is all too common, and far too often fatal. The Oral Cancer Foundation reports: “close to 49,750 Americans will be diagnosed with oropharyngeal cancer this year…of those 49,750 newly diagnosed individuals, only slightly more than half will be alive in 5 years.” The foundation notes that, tragically, “the death rate for oral […]
A toothache can make it impossible to carry on with daily activities. Sometimes the cause of a toothache is obvious – like a broken tooth. But often, it’s difficult to determine what’s causing the pain. Some toothaches feel like pain in the entire mouth or in several teeth at once. A number of dental problems […]
Finding a lump on the roof of your mouth can be quite unnerving. No matter the circumstances, it can be difficult not to imagine the worst. However, there are many different disorders that can lead to lumps. At our Houston dental practice, Dr. Craig Armstrong and our team are here to assist you with all […]
When Fido jumps on the bed and licks your face with a slobbery, panting grin, should you feel disgusted, or perhaps jealous? On the one hand, of course, your mouth is cleaner than your dog’s, you’d think. You brush and floss your teeth, rinse with mouthwash, and come in for regular dental appointments (we hope!). […]
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