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The Role of Lip Support in Full Mouth Restoration

As we age, subtle changes in our appearance can become more pronounced, especially around the mouth. Fine lines, thinning lips, and a lack of facial balance often stem from one unexpected culprit: your teeth – or, more specifically, the lack of proper dental structure. This is where full mouth restoration goes beyond smile aesthetics and into facial […]


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Can Teeth by Tonight Help With Bone Loss in the Jaw?

If you’ve lost one or more teeth, you may already deal with more than just a gap in your smile. Missing teeth can cause bone loss in the jaw – a silent problem that affects facial shape, oral health, and future dental options. What if there were a way to replace lost teeth quickly and support jawbone […]


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Can GumTuk™ Help with Tooth Sensitivity?

Tooth sensitivity can turn everyday actions – like sipping hot coffee or enjoying a bowl of ice cream – into painful experiences. If your gums are receding and exposing the tender roots of your teeth, you might be wondering what can help. One treatment that’s gaining attention is the GumTuk™ procedure, which restores proper gum position […]


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How Smoking Affects Dental Implant Success Rates

If you’re considering dental implants, you’ve probably done some research on what it takes for them to last. Did you know, though, that smoking is a leading cause of dental implant failure? Smoking is difficult to quit, but when it comes to protecting your oral health – and your investment – it’s important to understand what’s […]


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What Happens If a Veneer Breaks or Comes Loose?

Porcelain veneers are designed to last up to 20 years with proper care. However, accidents can still happen from to time. At SmileTexas®, a cosmetic dentistry practice with over 250 five-star reviews, we know that a broken or loose veneer can be stressful and alarming. We also act promptly to protect your smile and prevent further problems. […]


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How Dental Implants Improve Oral Health

If you’re dealing with a missing tooth – or missing teeth – you know how badly this issue can affect your self-esteem. Did you know, though, that gaps in your smile can also impact your oral health? At Smile Texas, the official dentists of the Miss Texas USA® and Miss Texas Teen USA® Pageants for over […]


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What Is Recovery Like for a GumTuk™ Procedure?

Patients who are self-conscious about having a more visible gumline, often referred to as a gummy smile, are turning to GumTuk™ procedures. This process involves either removing excess gum tissues or minimizing movement of the upper lip to reduce the visibility of the gums when you smile. Based on your specific smile, they will employ diode […]

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Can I Use Porcelain Veneers To Fix a Gap Between My Front Teeth?

Porcelain veneers continue to be one of the more popular cosmetic treatments requested at Smile Texas. Our Sugar Land, TX area professionals, Drs. Bret Davis and Mackenzi McAfee-Dooley, provide this and many other aesthetic solutions for patients who need to disguise imperfections and enhance the appearance of their smiles. If you are curious to learn […]


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So You Want To Get Veneers? Here’s What You Need To Know

Many want to improve their smiles since it’s one of the first things people notice about them. Whitening your teeth, braces, and veneers are all ways to do this. Veneers have become incredibly popular because the results are immediate and they can correct so many more imperfections than braces or whitening. Here are a few […]

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What are “teeth by tonight?”

Drs. Rick Kline and Bret Davis of Smile Texas in Sugar Land, TX, work with patients struggling with tooth loss. When all the teeth need to be removed or have already been lost, most patients are looking at solutions such as dentures to completely restore the function, health, and appearance of the smile. While traditional […]

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