How old will you be on your next birthday? Your mouth may be a different age on that day. Like many parts of your body, mouths can age more rapidly or more slowly than your calendar age, depending on a number of factors, including genetics and your lifestyle. People who eat unhealthily or neglect their… Read More
People who are called “long in the tooth” are usually revered for having lived a full life. What many people don’t know is that the expression came from the fact that many older people had had their gums recede to the point where much more of their teeth were exposed. These people were literally “long… Read More
Every part of the body ages. Teeth are no exception. As one grows older, special care must be taken to ensure that the teeth will be healthy and in good working order for years to come. Your Waco dentist, Dr. Corbit Locke, discusses steps that should be taken to ensure that you have healthy teeth… Read More
Have you noticed small lines on the surface of your front teeth? These are called craze lines, and they’re relatively common, especially as we age. Q) What are craze lines? A) Craze lines are small, vertical cracks in your tooth enamel. Since they only affect the surface layer and don’t extend into the deeper dentin,… Read More
October 12th is Farmers’ Day. If you wonder what that has to do with your oral health, keep in mind that the majority of what goes into your mouth was, at one point, the labor of a farmer somewhere. While parents, teachers, and other elders throughout our childhood instilled in us the importance of fruits… Read More
Nearly everyone has suffered from a cavity at some point in life. For too many people, an acute toothache prompts a call to the dentist. Did you know that a cavity is sometimes painless, and many people might have one and not even know it? Today, your Waco dentist discusses the importance of cavity detection. What… Read More
Have you experienced pain while chewing or biting your food? Do you suffer from pain in your neck, and/or facial muscles? Do you often experience headaches? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be suffering from TMJ disorder. What Is TMJ Disorder? The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, refers to the joint that… Read More
The strongest muscle in your body, your tongue has a heavy workload in comparison to other parts of your body. Aside from helping you eat, speak, taste, and express emotion, your tongue can also give clues to your health. Our Waco dentist, Dr. Corbet Locke, will explain some of the ways your tongue can show… Read More
At our dental office in Waco, we have heard all kinds of excuses for skipping dental checkups or avoiding needed fillings. Maybe you are a full-time student with a part-time job on the side; a busy dad, juggling work and family; or a small business owner who can’t afford the time off. Make Time for… Read More
Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a somewhat mysterious condition. The exact cause is not easy to determine, and it varies from patient to patient. People with BMS often describe their mouth as dry, chronically scalded, or burnt feeling. They may even complain that their mouth feels like it is on fire. Other symptoms include a… Read More