When you look into the mirror, are you happy with your smile? Does it radiate the confidence you feel over your appearance or are you more inclined to cover your mouth when you laugh? Many people are unsatisfied with or even embarrassed by the appearance of their smile due to teeth that are crooked, misaligned,...
Tooth loss is an oral event that affects the health, wellness, and lifestyles of millions of American adults. While the loss of even a single tooth can cause significant impacts on dental health and physical appearance, losing multiple or a whole arch of permanent teeth is simply devastating. In the past, many patients who lost...
Do you find going to the dentist to be stressful? Have you put off necessary appointments due to experiencing anxiety over the idea of going? You are not alone. Many Americans put off their dental care due to the fear or worry they feel even just sitting in the lobby. Dental anxiety is a real...
It is a fact that your teeth can take a beating over the course of a lifetime. Whether they have suffered an injury or feature normal wear and tear, years of use can show the effects on your once-pearly whites. While regular dental cleanings and professional teeth whitening techniques can make them bright and sparkly...
The smile is such a significant method of expressing joy, laughter, and excitement to others around us. It is also a tool through which we share happiness, encouragement, and a whole host of other emotions with friends, family, and even strangers. But if you do not feel good about the appearance of your smile, you...
If you have ever lost a tooth, you know the impact can be life-altering. This missing void can wreak havoc in more ways than one, including the ability to speak and chew properly, and even lead to malnutrition and other related health issues. When left untreated, a missing tooth or teeth can be an eyesore...
It is never easy to face the loss of a permanent tooth. But fortunately, modern dentistry provides the opportunity to restore – and even enhance – your smile through the use of dental implants. At Allred Dental, our San Marcos dentistry, skilled implant specialist Dr. Jeffrey Allred and our team are here to guide you...
Who does not want to show off great looking teeth? For many adults, their smiles feature crooked teeth, unsightly gaps, or overcrowding that can take its toll on confidence levels. While many adults desperately want these issues fixed, the thought of traditional metal braces may be holding them back from seeking help. Thankfully, there is...
Does the sound of a whirring dental drill make you dizzy? Do you get queasy just thinking about having a cavity filled? Does the idea of undergoing a routine dental cleaning make your palms sweat? Dentophobia, one of the many words used to describe the intense fear or anxiety that some patients experience when visiting...
There’s no substitute for having a bright white, beautiful smile. When your teeth are clean and straight, they look great and function well so that you can feel more confident about yourself and your appearance. Besides providing you with a picture-perfect smile, it is possible with cosmetic dentistry treatments to also improve the quality of...