Do You Suffer from This Common Dental Disease?

General Dentistry, General Info, Gum Disease, Patient Information

At James Peterson Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we continually stress the importance of maintaining a proper oral hygiene routine. We see most patients only a few times during the year, and that means they need to be diligent about properly cleaning and caring for their teeth on their own. Many patients assume that preventing tooth decay is the reason we are so passionate about cleaning teeth properly. Aside from decay, there are other harmful conditions you can develop that can seriously affect your oral health now and in the future. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is one of these issues.

Enjoy A Pleasant Dental Experience

General Info, Patient Information

It’s common for people to joke about how much they dislike going to the dentist. We don’t take it personally, though, because we know that for many patients, it’s no laughing matter. For these patients, fear, anxiety, and past bad experiences are keeping them from getting needed care. That is why our entire staff makes a concerted effort to create the most welcoming, calming, and positive atmosphere possible for every patient. For those who may need a little extra assistance, we offer sedation. Sedation dentistry helps patients who would otherwise avoid the dentist get essential oral healthcare.

Restorative Dentistry Can Save Your Smile

General Info, Patient Information, Restorative Dentistry

Taking care of your oral health is important, not just for your smile, but for your physical and mental well-being too. When a problem arises, like a cavity or a toothache, more often than not, you will need a restorative treatment to repair the damage, relieve the pain, and recover the full function of your smile. Restorative dental treatments are some of the most common procedures Dr. Peterson performs, but they are also some of the most important, because they are truly healing and transformative.

TMJ Therapy

TMJ Therapy Take Care of Your TMD Symptoms Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the spot where your jaw connects to your skull to allow you to close and open your jaw easily. Sometimes the TMJ gets injured or damaged, resulting in a painful condition called temporomandibular joint dysfunction or disorder (TMD). If you are experiencing pain or…

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous Oxide Relax at Your Next Dental Appointment Provided by Dr. James Peterson at our Coppell, TX facility, nitrous oxide (N2O) gas is a proven sedation technique that helps you safely relax during any procedure. Commonly known as laughing gas, N2O is used to keep you comfortable but not put you to sleep. Best Candidates…

Night Guards

Night Guards Relief from Bruxism Grinding your teeth at night, also known as bruxism, is a common problem that affects many people. Although the most prominent symptom is wear on the surface of your teeth, nocturnal bruxism may also cause tooth pain, headaches, and inflammation, as well as discomfort and tension in your jaw and…

Tooth-Colored Fillings

Tooth-Colored Fillings Natural-looking Restorations One of the most common dental problems is created when bacteria attack your dental enamel, leaving behind a cavity. In the past, dental cavities were filled with a material called amalgam, which is a combination of metals, like silver or mercury. Now we know that amalgam fillings do not adhere very well to teeth…

Dental Exam

Dental Exam Good Oral Health is the Key to Good Overall Health If you want to stay healthy, you need to be proactive with your dental health by getting problems diagnosed and treated before they become bigger issues. This is why it is important to schedule dental exams for yourself and your family. While we always check your teeth during…

Zoom! Whitening

ZOOM! Whitening Professional Teeth Whitening in Coppell, TX Coffee, tea, or dark cola once or several times a day, tomato-based sauces for rich lunch and dinner dishes, berries for breakfast, in fruit smoothies or yogurt, smoking and tobacco products — all things people enjoy regularly, often without hesitation. But do they realize that these are some of the most common causes of tooth enamel staining and discoloration?…