After many months, and maybe even a few years, the day will come when it is time to remove your braces. Removing your braces will be done in a single appointment, and it is a relatively quick process. You will probably be pleasantly surprised by the release of the pressure on your teeth. As tempted as you may be grab... read more »
Dentures, sets of fake teeth, are worn by many of our patients. And while false teeth are an awesome option if you are missing your natural chompers, a number of our patients have let us know that they’re unhappy they let their pearly whites get to the point of needing false teeth. If you have any missing pearly whites, complete... read more »
Your back teeth, which are your premolars and molars are equipped with grooves and ridges that help you to chew your food and prepare it for digestion. However these same grooves and ridges provide hiding places for the plaque and bacteria that can cause tooth decay and gum disease. Your dentist can apply a thin coating of plastic to those... read more »
Dental erosion, injury, gum disease or decay can lead to an infection of your tooth’s innermost layer - the pulp. Your pulp contains the nerve endings, tissue and blood vessels of your tooth. If it becomes infected, the only way to save your tooth without extracting it would be to remove the pulp from your teeth by performing a root... read more »
If you are missing one or more teeth, you have a variety of options to restore your smile. Implants have become very popular over the years, but are they right for you? You may be a good candidate for dental implants if your gums are in good shape and you have enough jawbone to support the them. If your jaws... read more »
Halitosis often appears in many individuals, but its causes and symptoms are not always the same with everyone. Even though halitosis, also known as gum disease, may simply be the result of smelly foods, if it repeatedly occurs, it may be the sign of something more serious, including underlying conditions outside of the mouth entirely. For more information about bad... read more »
Dr. John F. Lann at Stonegate Dentistry wants to make sure that you make an appointment to come see him at least twice a year for regular checkups and cleanings. But what about those six months between visits? Obviously, you can’t come in for a cleaning every day, but brushing and flossing are the next best things. You should brush... read more »
Ever since lasers were first introduced into dentistry back in the 1990s, they have been riding a wave of positive reviews since then. With many procedures that used to be done by hand, lasers could now accomplish them with much more precision, leading to a multitude of benefits for your oral health care. Listed below are some of the uses... read more »
Having regular dental appointments is important for your oral health. Dr. John F. Lann suggests that patients come in for a checkup at least twice a year. Our dentist will examine your unique smile and determine your unique needs. It is important that you come to John F. Lann, DDS - Round Rock TX Dentist as recommended because our dentist... read more »
Dental anxiety is a serious condition that could prevent you from getting the oral health care you need. If you neglect your oral health care, you can be setting yourself up for painful and costly conditions in the future. That is why visiting your dentist is important. However, if you suffer from dental anxiety, it could make your trips to... read more »