Dr. Steven W. Titensor's Blog

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

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 areHow Dental Implants are Changing Dentures in Fremont 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.

January 11, 2010

Flower Mound, Texas Residents Visit the Dentist

Whether you have lived in Texas for a long time, or just moving inFremont, California Residents Visit the Dentist

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

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.