Dr. Steven W. Titensor's Blog

June 2, 2010

Family Dentistry

Our practice, Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry, specializes in family dentistry . If you have a family and are looking for a family dentist, give us a call. You can reach Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry at 469-293-1040.

Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry provides family dentistry to the greater Dallas area, including Flower Mound, Texas.

You can learn more about family dentistry at http://www.smilesbysteve.com/about.html.

Dr. Steve Titensor

May 10, 2010

Infant and Toddler Teeth Care

Infant and Toddler Teeth Care Though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, Flower Mound dentists continue to see cavities in young children.

Caring for your infant’s teeth should begin even before they erupt. To prevent bacteria growth, parents can wash their baby’s gums with a wet washcloth after feedings.

Babies should never be put to bed with a bottle, no matter how tempting it is for tired parents. The sugars in milk or juice that stay in contact with teeth for hours can damage the enamel. When your child gets his first tooth, it is time to brush. Parents should use non-fluoride toothpaste until the child is two years old. Then, use only a tiny dab. Young children often swallow toothpaste while brushing. If a child ingests too much fluoride, teeth can become stained.

When a child is old enough to brush his own teeth, an adult should go over them after the child finishes to make sure they are clean. Most children thoroughly clean the chewing surfaces, but often fail to clean the backsides and gumline. Consult the child-friendly staff at Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry about dental sealants.

Monitor your child’s meals and snacks. We all know that sugary snacks are not only bad for growing bodies; they are also bad for teeth. Scheduling set times to drink anything other than water during the day can also help prevent cavities.

To schedule a dental pediatric consultation, call Dr. Steven W. Titensor at 469-293-1040. I provide Dallas area dental care for children and families.

April 6, 2010

Your Family Dentist in Flower Mound

Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry, is a family dentistry practice in Flower Mound Texas.

You find your family dentist at 1901 Long Prairie Rd., Flower Mound, TX. We serve the 75022 zip code with family dentistry.

Our specialties include cosmetic and sedation dentistry. We often perform porcelain veneers, and dental implants.

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

We look forward to meeting you and your family.

March 2, 2010

Periodontal Disease in Texas

Periodontal disease in Texas is more common than you might think, and can be cured Periodontal Disease in California

with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity.

What is periodontal disease? According to an article on Wikipedia, periodontal disease is ‘the name of a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the tissues that surround and support the teeth.’

Periodontal disease, more commonly called ‘gum disease’, is an inflammation or infection of the gums. Periodontal disease can be very painful in some extreme conditions, and can limit your ability to eat normally. In some cases, periodontal disease can affect your smile, and can create cosmetic concerns.

If left untreated, periodontal disease can cause irreversible damage. When caught early and treated, periodontal disease can be little more than an inconvenience. However the best policy is to practice good dental hygiene to keep periodontal disease at bay.

One of the best ways to avoid periodontal disease is to get a regular dental check up at your local Flower Mound dentist.

Give us a call at 469-293-1040 to schedule your next dental checkup; we look forward to seeing you.

February 16, 2010

Healthy Teeth and Your Diet

Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local Flower Moung residents. Healthy Teeth and Your Hayward Diet

As your Dentist, it’s my job to help you understand how to care for your teeth and to keep them healthy.

Everyone knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires regular daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local dental practice is also necessary to keep watch for cavities and to help you maintain proper dental hygiene. We often forget that maintaining a healthy diet can also be beneficial for the health of your teeth.

A diet that includes foods that help your muscles and bones will also help you develop healthy gums and healthy teeth. Examples of local foods to include in your diet include foods rich in vitamin B such as breads and cereals. Foods rich in vitamin C, usually fruits and vegetables, help improve the health of your gums. Zinc and magnesium are also good for the health of your teeth and are found in foods like lean beef, fish, and poultry.

All foods increase the production of saliva. Saliva is important to healthy teeth because it helps to maintain the pH balance in your mouth. Maintaining this balance helps keep your teeth and gums healthy. Foods high in fiber also encourage saliva production as does the chewing of sugar-free gum. Gum, however, can damage unhealthy teeth or pull out dental fillings, so always use caution when deciding whether to chew gum and which brand to chew.

Just as certain diet choices in the Flower Mound area can be beneficial to the health of your teeth, others can be detrimental. Foods and drinks that are high in sugars are more likely to form the acids that attack your teeth and result in decay. And while table sugar is often associated with the formation of cavities, other sugars such as glucose, fructose, and maltose are also causes, and are often found in juices and sodas. Limiting the consumption of sugars to mealtimes lessens the amount of time your healthy teeth are exposed.

Making good diet choices and limiting between meal sugar consumption can improve the health of your teeth and gums.

If you would like to learn how to better care for your healthy teeth, contact contact Dr. Titensor at 469-293-1040. We would love to hear from you.

-Dr. Steve Titensor, DDS

February 9, 2010

Flower Mound Pediatric Dentistry

If you have children in the Flower Mound area, there is no better time to consider pediatric

dentistry than right now.

The best time to start your children on a pediatric dentistry program is when their teeth first appear. This may seem a bit early, however it is a great time to become acquainted with pediatric dentistry options, learn training techniques for teaching your children, and assessing the health of your child’s teeth before problems begin.

We can also help you identify pediatric dentistry programs and services in the Flower Mound area, for you child.

If you have questions about pediatric dentistry, please give us a call at Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic, & Sedation Dentistry. My name is Dr. Steve Titensor, and my leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff will be more than happy to talk with you about pediatric dentistry.

Remember: The best time to consider pediatric dentistry is while you have options. Waiting until problems appear reduces your options and misses the very reason we are concerned about pediatric dentistry; to help your child grow healthy and strong teeth that will last a lifetime.

Bring your questions to our leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff at Titensor Dental. We are located at 1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320, in Flower Mound, TX.

We are looking forward to seeing you, and to discussing pediatric dentistry with you and your children.

‘We’re your lifelong dental health partner’

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 469-293-1040.

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 469-293-1040, 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.

October 13, 2009

Dentistry for Children in Flower Mound

For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised Texas parents to begin Children’s Dental in Fremontchildren’s dentist visits before the third birthday. The AAP now advises Flower Mound parents to take their toddler to a Texas dentist before their first birthday, or about six months after their first tooth appears.

Why? Prevention, prevention, prevention! Sadly, Flower Mound dentists find advanced tooth decay in very young children.

High-risk children should be seen as early as possible. Following are some of the risk factors:

  • Sleeping with a bottle
  • Drinking juice continually during the day
  • Abnormal tooth development
  • Thumb sucking
  • Tooth grinding
  • A mother with significant tooth decay
  • Other health problems

To talk to us about pediatric dentistry, call 469-293-1040. Dentist Dr. Steven Titensor at Titensor Dentistry can advise you on your next steps for your pediatric dentistry. We also pamper busy Flower Mound parents who come to Titensor Dentistry for general and cosmetic dentistry. If you are between the ages of 20 and 80, we would love to provide you with the most advanced dental care in Flower Mound.

Titensor Family, Implant, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry
1901 Long Prairie Road, Suite 320
Flower Mound, Texas 75022
http://www.smilesbysteve.com/
469-293-1040

Our most popular procedure is cosmetic dentistry, and many of our patient may not know that we offer sedation dentistry.