by Health Centered Dentistry | Apr 27, 2018 | Oral Health
When it comes to your oral health, we hope you never have any pains or problems. Good preventive care and oral hygiene will help you always feel your best! But even with the best habits, dental problems do happen. In that case, oral pathology is the science and...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Apr 13, 2018 | Dental Hygiene
How do you feel when you see that little plastic floss container in your medicine cabinet? Eagerness to achieve that clean feeling in your mouth? Or regret over a habit you have trouble keeping? However you feel about floss, one thing is true – this habit is equal...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Mar 27, 2018 | Dental Health
Biofilm is quite literally a “film” or layer of biological matter that forms on teeth, in sink pipes, on river rocks, and more. Biofilm is made of many different things. Think of it as concrete, which contains cement as well as a slew of other materials. It’s likely...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Mar 13, 2018 | Restorative Dentistry
In a world of same day shipping and same day photo prints, your dental restorations can now be same day services too! This is thanks to CEREC® milling machines and digital imaging technology. CEREC® is short for “ceramic reconstruction”. This technology has been...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Feb 27, 2018 | Restorative Dentistry
Bite. Crack. Ouch! A cracked or broken tooth is a real problem. Unlike other bones in your body, a broken tooth will not heal itself and needs to be cared for immediately. Depending on the extent and location of the damage, your dentist will likely recommend an inlay,...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Feb 13, 2018 | Pediatric Dentistry
At Health Centered Dentistry, we know that Midland parents work hard to prioritize their child’s health and happiness—you can count on us to do the same! The smiles of your children are a contagious expression of delight, and our role as their oral healthcare provider...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Jan 29, 2018 | Family Dentistry
Dr. Randell Bell and the Health-Centered Dentistry team have been providing compassionate, compassionate care to the people of Midland and West Texas for over 30 years. We want to help all our patients achieve overall health and wellness-for us, it's not just about...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Jan 27, 2018 | Oral Health
What is Gum Disease? The short answer: Gum disease is a common gum infection that can become very problematic, but you can prevent it! The long answer: all the tissues in your body have a self-defense mechanism called “inflammation.” When bacteria build up in your...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Jan 13, 2018 | Oral Health
You might be surprised to hear that the state of your oral health has a lot to do with preventing a stroke. There’s a certain kind of bad oral bacteria that cause gum disease, and can travel to other parts of your body and cause harm. A stroke is a common but...
by Health Centered Dentistry | Dec 27, 2017 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Sometimes in life, you just need a do-over. That’s precisely what crowns are—a new start for your tooth. Teeth are important players in your life! They’re not only the first responders for your digestive tract, but they can make a great first impression - so you...