Gum Disease and Diabetes
Diabetes and gum disease share a close, two-way relationship. People with diabetes are three times more likely to develop gum disease compared to those who don’t have the disease. And gum disease can contribute to or worsen diabetes. Our seasoned team at AnnMarie Olson DDS PA, can help you prevent gum disease with individualized care that includes exceptional in-office […]
The Best and Worst Halloween Treats for Your Teeth
Whoever said “candy is dandy” was not a dentist. Although we all love Halloween as much as the next family, we don’t love the after-effects of too many sugary treats. With some guidance, though, you and your kids can sift through the night’s booty to find the healthiest treats and discard (or trade?!) the rest. And if […]
Who Needs a Temp Crown? We Make Crowns in a Day
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums takes effort. Despite vigilant at-home oral care and routine professional dental cleanings and checkups, most of us will still get cavities or issues like cracked or damaged teeth. For some of us, our dental issues will lead to losing teeth. In fact, about 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth, […]
Don’t Ignore Your Oral Health Because of Fear: We Have Sedation Options
Does the thought of having your teeth cleaned and your mouth examined provoke heart palpitations and sweaty palms? If so, you’re not alone. An estimated 10%-20% of adults suffer from dental anxiety. But skipping dental care should provoke more concern. Doing so puts you at risk for severe oral health conditions that cost more pain, time, […]
Combining Dental Procedures for a Custom Smile Makeover Just for You
Appearances are sometimes everything. When you’re looking your best, it’s easy to summon stores of confidence. It might be a new outfit, great shoes, or a hairstyle that just works. More permanently, there’s your smile. Is it everything you want it to be? Perhaps you’d like a little more Hollywood brightness, or perhaps there’s a […]
5 Reasons to Choose Dental Implants Over Dentures
You might think that missing teeth are largely a cosmetic concern, but in truth, your oral health is jeopardized when you’re missing one or more teeth. In fact, you can increase your risk of developing tooth decay and losing jawbone mass if you have missing teeth. You have options to replace missing teeth, but dental […]
Is Your Tooth Sensitive to Hot or Cold? It Could Be Cracked
Tooth sensitivity can stem from several causes, some minor, others more serious. The best thing to do if you notice a tooth hurting when you eat or drink something hot or cold is to make a dental appointment to find out what’s going on. At AnnMarie Olson DDS PA, in Austin, Texas, Dr. AnnMarie Olson and Dr. Kacie Culotta and their […]
What Is Tongue Scraping and Should You Be Doing It?
If you think brushing, flossing, using mouthwash, and seeing your dentist twice a year is what you should do for your oral hygiene, you wouldn’t be wrong, but you could add one missing step: scraping your tongue. That’s right. Dentists recommend scraping your tongue in addition to the other good oral hygiene practices to help […]
