Despite the relative safety and ease with which modern dentists perform root canal therapy, we often speak with patients who delay this important procedure for months or even years. The combination of Dr. Corbet Locke’s experience, skill, and dental technology makes root canal therapy faster, more effective, and more comfortable than ever before. Before you… Read More
An untreated cavity can quickly turn into a very serious problem for the tooth in question. If the bacteria responsible for the cavity reach the tooth’s innermost layer called the pulp, it can become infected, putting the tooth in peril of dying or falling out. There is, however, a treatment that can preserve the tooth,… Read More
Although enamel is incredibly strong, time and the forces of teeth grinding (bruxism) can wear it down. Eventually, teeth can become structurally weakened to the point that they suffer serious damage. Such damage occurs as a crack, a chip, or even a break and often requires the placement of a dental crown to reinforce the… Read More
Tooth loss can be a scary thing for an adult. After all, adult teeth do not grow back. Adults may see tooth loss as a sign of aging and a deterioration in oral health. However, tooth loss does not have to be so tragic. With the aid of dental implants, your Waco dentist, Dr. Corbet… Read More
Playing sports is a great way to stay in shape and maintain good heart health. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that sports activities are entirely risk-free. Often, people can damage their teeth due to a sport’s injury. Thankfully, your Waco dentist, Dr. Corbet Locke, offers a custom-made solution. With a mouth guard, people can safeguard their… Read More
Are you missing a tooth? Have you looked into any restorative procedures? If you have, you may have read about dental implants and the lifelike restorations they yield. But dental implants can do far more than restore the appearance of your smile. Take this quiz from Waco dentist, Dr. Corbet Locke, and see what you… Read More
If you’ve been considering a dental implant as the solution to your missing tooth or teeth, you’ve probably been wondering just what the dental implant process will involve. Not knowing the specifics of a procedure seems to set people on edge and keep them from fully committing to the treatment. Thankfully, any questions you may… Read More
The days of false teeth and removable bridges are waning. In their place has risen the future of restorative dentistry: the dental implant. This marvelous dental miracle is as close as medicine has come to replacing a missing tooth with another living tooth. But just what is it that makes the dental implant special. Your… Read More
If you had a dental filling placed to repair a cavity when you were younger, it’s likely that you have a dark amalgam spot somewhere in your mouth. Although these traditional fillings have been known to break down and leak over time, many patients do not have problems with them. For this reason, Waco family… Read More
This week kicks off the Thanksgiving season. People will fill the streets with cars and make their way across the country. Recent reports indicate that as many as 45 million people will travel during Thanksgiving weekend. A toothache could potentially cause a problem for travelers. In some instances, the rapid altitude changes associated with flying… Read More