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January 29, 2010

Common Myths about Flower Mound Family Cosmetic Dentistry

Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile

Many so-called Flower Mound cosmetic dental procedures are not solely cosmetic. Dental procedures such as tooth replacement are smile-enhancing and, more importantly, prevent many potential problems such as tooth movement, bone loss and difficulty chewing and speaking.

Myth #2: A Flower Mound Dental Bridge is the Only Way to Replace a Missing Tooth

Dental bridges are an Texas dental cosmetic procedure that have been used for many years with success. However, dental implants are often a better choice for replacing one or more missing teeth. Dental implants have many advantages for dental patients. They feel like natural teeth, they are stronger, and they are easier to clean than dental bridges. Tooth implants can also be used to anchor dentures or partial dentures.

Myth #3: At-Home Kits are as Effective for Flower Mound Tooth Whitening Than a Professional Dental Solution

At Steve Titensor DDS, we offer our dental patients teeth whitening treatments that provide a much greater level of whiteness than at-home kits. At-home kits may remove surface stains, but they do not provide optimum results and can often lead to uneven coloring.

Myth #4: Dental Bonding is the Best Way to Fix a Chipped Tooth.

Dental bonding can restore the shape of a tooth, but may not be the best long-term solution. If you have a damaged tooth, you may be a good candidate for porcelain veneers. Call us at (972) 355-9545 to set up an appointment so we can determine the best solution for you.

Myth #5: Flower Mound Braces are the Only Way to Straighten Teeth

Braces are often part of a transforming dental makeover for our teens and adults alike. However, if your teeth are only slightly crooked, porcelain veneers can reshape your teeth and dramatically improve your smile. And the best thing about veneers? They offer instant results!

Dr. Steven Titensor
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Titensor – Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry
1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320
Flower Mound, Texas 75022
http://www.smilesbysteve.com/
(972) 355-9545

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January 19, 2010

How Dental Implants are Changing Dentures in Flower Mound

If you are one of the many Flower Mound denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth.

The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly, dentures do not feel and function like natural teeth.

Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups can help you avoid the need for dentures later in your life, but other factors can make dental replacements an inevitability.

The good news? Modern dental implant technology is making dentures a thing of the past.

At Steven Titensor DDS we have information and expertise that can help bring hope to denture wearers through dental implant technology. There are a variety of effective denture/implant tooth configurations.

Call Dr. Steve Titensor at (972) 355-9545 to book an implant overdenture consultation. We can help you understand your options and can recommend options.

If you currently wear traditional dentures and are not happy with them, implant anchored dentures may dramatically change your life. Your chewing ability will be similar to that of natural teeth and you will be able to eat hard foods again. How about a thick T-bone at your favorite Texas steakhouse? In addition to being able to enjoy your meal, you will avoid the embarrassment of having your dentures rattle around in your mouth in public.

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Attention Flower Mound denture wearers: there is life after dentures with tooth implants!

Come see us at Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, Texas 75022 for more information about dental implants.

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January 11, 2010

Flower Mound, Texas Residents Visit the Dentist

Whether you have lived in Texas for a long time, or just moving in

to the Flower Mound area; taking care of your teeth eventually involves a visit to the dentist. We are Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry located at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, Texas, and our specialty is restorative dentistry.

You can reach Dr. Steven Titensor DDS by calling (972) 355-9545.

Going to the dentist for the first time in Flower Mound, or if you have not been for while, can be an unsettling experience for both kids and adults. The very idea of a ‘dentist’ seems to hold negative connotation for many people. If you are an adult who is moving to the Flower Mound area, or your child is preparing to visit the dentist for the first time, here are a few tips that may help ease you into regular dental checkups and put you on the path toward increased oral health and wellness.

Choose an Flower Mound dentist who is appropriate for your needs. When you meet your new dentist for the first time, make an effort to ask questions about the care you will receive. Ask questions that are relevant to your situation including questions about experience, age range of patients, and recommended procedures for any conditions you may have. Get to know your dentist so you feel comfortable with the care you will receive.

Introduce yourself to your Flower Mound dentist and get to know the office staff. Visiting the dentist will seem less of a chore when you feel you have trusted friends who are there to help.

Be prepared to provide your dentist with information. Whether you are experiencing specific pain at that moment, or anticipating a problem, be sure to discuss everything with your dentist. Many patients become intimidated in the office environment and avoid expressing pain or discussing issues. As your dentist, I need to know everything you are experiencing and will be better prepared to help as you ask questions and express your concerns.

I understand that everyone is unique; what works for one person may not work for another. You know what works best for you, and the best way to have a good experience with a Flower Mound dentist is to communicate. Let me know what you are experiencing so that I can make adjustments and help you feel more comfortable and secure.

At Steve Titensor DDS our leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff will work to make your dental experience a pleasant one. We know it can be frightening to visit the dentist for the first time, or after a long while. We’ll do what we can to make you feel comfortable, secure, and among caring friends.

If you are in Flower Mound, Texas and are ready to visit the dentist again, give us a call at (972) 355-9545, or stop by to meet us; we’re excited to meet you.

-We’re your lifelong dental health partner

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January 3, 2010

Your Family Dentist

Steven Titensor DDS, is a family dentistry practice in Flower Mound, Texas.

You find your family dentist at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, Texas. We serve the 75022 zip code with family dentistry.

Our specialties include restorative dentistry. We often perform a cosmetic dentistry, and sedation dentistry.

Family dentistry requires a leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff. Our commitment is to provide the most comfortable care for your family. Our staff is leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere, and ready to greet your family with a friendly smile and home town care.

We look forward to meeting you and your family.

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December 28, 2009

Texas Family Dentistry

We’re Steven Titensor DDS, and we practice family dentistry in Texas.

If you are looking for a new Texas family dentistry experience, Steven Titensor DDS is here for you.

I would like to invite you to bring your Texas family in to our office and see for yourself. You can find us at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, Texas. We serve the California community including the 48101 zip code area.

Or just give us a call at (972) 928-2323.

I look forward to seeing you.

-Dr. Steven Titensor, Dentist

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December 16, 2009

Flower Mound Dentists And Your Mouth Sores

As your local Flower Mound dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth.

Sometimes mouth sores can be an issue, and while dentists often defer to an oral surgeon for extreme cases, we can help you make an assessment.

If you live in the Flower Mound area and have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; come and see me. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment is the best bet. A better understanding of your mouth sores can lead quickly to comfort and a resolution. If necessary, treatment and pain relief can be offered.

There are two types of mouth sores that are common; canker sores and cold sores.

Canker sores are small ulcer-like sores with a white or gray base and a red border. They are found on the inside of the mouth and while they are not contagious, they can be painful. Typically a canker sore heals in a week or two. Antimicrobal mouth-rinses, over-the-counter topical anesthetics, and avoiding spicy and acidic foods may offer you temporary relief while your sore is healing.

The cause of a canker sores is not certain. Possible explanations range from a cut on the inside the mouth, and reactions to extreme temperatures or acids from food or drink, to fatigue, stress, and allergies. Some studies point to bacteria or viruses, or combinations of all these factors.

Cold sores, also called fever blisters or Herpes Simplex, are groups of fluid-filled blisters that often appear around the lips, sometimes appearing under the nose or around the chin. Cold sores are contagious and painful, but usually heal in about a week. Some over-the-counter anesthetics may provide relief. There are some antiviral drugs on the market that have shown promise in reducing outbreaks, but there is currently no known cure. The initial infection, known as primary herpes, often occurs before adulthood. Once the virus infects you, it may stay in your body and remain inactive or cause occasional cold sore outbreaks. Outbreaks may be triggered by a fever, sunburn, skin abrasions, stress, or exposure to extremes in temperature.

As your Flower Mound dentist, I can’t do much to stop canker sores or cold sores in your mouth. I can discuss the health of your mouth, and examine any causes that make your mouth sore. In some cases a change in the way you care for your mouth can reduce the chances of getting mouth sores. If you are in the Flower Mound area, and would like to speak with a dental professional about mouth sores, area give us a call at Steven Titensor DDS.

Our number is (972) 355-9545.

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December 10, 2009

Wisdom Teeth Checkup

Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24 for people in the Flower Mound

community. While not always troublesome, it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways, or otherwise impacting your other teeth.

Checking your wisdom teeth in Flower Mound is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble down the road.

Our practice, ‘Steven Titensor DDS‘, works with patients from ages 20 to 80, and our leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff can help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will need to be extracted. We can also help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will require advanced care, or if a simple procedure can solve the problem.

Wisdom teeth can be painful, and we don’t like pain at Steven Titensor DDS, It’s our goal to give you the best care and attention when checking your wisdom teeth.

If you are in the Flower Mound area and need to have your wisdom teeth checked, please stop by our office at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, Texas. We also service the greater Dallas/Ft. Worth area, including Coppell and Lewisville.

We specialize in restorative dentistry, and often perform cosmetic dentistry. We can take a look at your wisdom teeth and help you make a healthy decision for your future.

‘We’re your lifelong dental health partner’

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December 3, 2009

How Mini Dental Implants Can Help Your Smile In 75022

I’m Dr. Steven Titensor, a dental implant dentist in the 75022 area. In a recent post, I explained how traditional dental implants are used to dramatically improve the lives of my Flower Mound denture and cosmetic dentistry clients. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called ‘immediate implants’.

Though they are not as well known as traditional tooth implants, mini implants are also being used successfully to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Tooth restoration clients and denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip free dental implants that are anchored securely in the jaw bone.

In some cases, a patient is unable to receive traditional full-size dental implants due to insufficient bone thickness. There are also mini implant patients who are not able to undergo dental implant surgery due to health issues. These Flower Mound over-denture patients are often excellent candidates for the mini version.

The placement of toothpick-size mini dental implants can usually be done in one dental visit. The placement usually requires no incisions or stitches. Recovery time, if necessary, is usually very short. Most patients are able to eat dinner that evening.

Many Flower Mound aesthetic dentistry clients are happy to learn that mini implants are a lower cost dental implants option. Don’t let the word ‘mini’ fool you; Your smile can receive a maximum upgrade with mini dental implants.

Call Steven Titensor DDS at (972) 355-9545 to schedule a consultation.

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November 24, 2009

Afraid of the Dentist? Your Flower Mound Sedation Dentist Can Help!

If you live near Flower Mound and experience severe anxiety when undergoing (or even thinking about!) dental treatment, oral sedation is for you.

Conscious sedation dentistry is available in Flower Mound at Steven Titensor DDS. We have been providing sedation dentistry for several years with excellent outcomes. Whether it is called relaxation dentistry, oral conscious sedation or anxiety-free dentistry, it is completely safe and very popular for our nervous cosmetic and restorative dental clients.

Though it may sound impossible, with oral conscious sedation, dentistry patients can actually relax during dental visits. In addition, healing times for oral surgery and extensive cosmetic dentistry procedures are often shorter if the patient is sedated during treatment.

Sedation dentistry is great for alleviating anxiety for our Dallas/Ft. Worth patients, and oral conscious sedation can be effective for treating or working with the following:

Teeth sensitivity;
Fear of needles;
A powerful gag reflex;
Difficulty controlling body movement;
Lengthy multi-procedure visits;
Difficulty becoming numb with traditional injections.

If you need dental work more extensive than a filling; such as a root canal, tooth implant, crown replacement or wisdom tooth extraction; call Steven Titensor DDS at (972) 355-9545. When you come to our office at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, Texas, we can give you more information about sedation dentistry.

Sedation dentistry is only one of the services we offer at Steven Titensor DDS, where your smile is our top priority!

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November 18, 2009

Multi-Procedure Dental Visits in Flower Mound

If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost
In the long run, it is less expensive to do it all at once. At Steven Titensor DDS in Flower Mound, we are able to complete several procedures in one visit. We know that complete smile transformations are a significant investment for most Texas residents. We would be happy to discuss affordable dentistry financing options. Call us at (972) 355-9545 to schedule a no-pressure consultation.

Time
With the latest materials and cosmetic dental techniques, healing times are shorter than ever before. However, some procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, root canals, and dental implants often require a short healing period.

It is easier physically and psychologically to have the fewest possible visits to your Flower Mound dentist. You should also consider how your dental visits and necessary healing periods will impact your employment and family life. You will have less down time if you receive several procedures at once.

Aesthetic Results
While we routinely achieve great outcomes when doing a smile makeover in steps, porcelain restorations are best fabricated in the same “batch” for the most precise color matching.

Sedation Dentistry

When you come in for a smile analysis, we can discuss oral sedation dentistry. Many cosmetic dental patients benefit from this safe and effective solution for pain and anxiety management. Conscious sedation is especially helpful for procedures such as multiple wisdom teeth extractions and dental implant placement.
Dr. Steve Titensor DDS
1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320
Flower Mound, Texas
(972) 355-9545
http://www.smilesbysteve.com/

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