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Tooth-Colored Fillings for a Stronger, More Beautiful Smile

May 1, 2014

Filed under: restorative dentistry — Tags: , , , , , — renee @ 8:06 pm

shutterstock_140401018Fillings represent the most common type of restorative dentistry performed today. They prevent further decay in a tooth that has already been compromised, and they provide necessary structural integrity to the entire tooth itself. At the Fort Worth, TX dental practice of Dr. Renee Corbitt, our team offers a variety of filling materials to suit your every need, including tooth-colored fillings that offer as much aesthetic appeal as they do functional quality.

Tooth-Colored Restorations in Fort Worth, TX

While traditional dental fillings were made of an amalgam of silver, mercury, and other metals, today’s advanced dental technology makes it possible to create sturdy, long-lasting fillings that are completely metal-free. Often simply referred to as tooth-colored fillings, these composite resin restorations blend flawlessly into your smile to promote a seamless appearance.

In addition to offering the benefit of a more beautiful smile, composite resin fillings react to changes in temperature better than their metal counterparts. This leads to a decreased possibility of fractures in your teeth, further improving your overall dental health. As with any of our other restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedures, our team will happily explain the entire composite resin filling procedure to you at your appointment, as well as answer any questions you may have. Our goal is to help you better understand oral health so that you can properly maintain your smile at home between visits to our office.

Which Type of Filling is Right for You?

In order to determine which restorative dentistry option is the best fit for you, contact our office and schedule your appointment with Dr. Corbitt today. Our caring, compassionate team looks forward to helping you achieve your healthiest, most beautiful smile in a way that suits your lifestyle. Our family-friendly practice proudly serves patients from throughout the greater Fort Worth, TX area and beyond, including Haltom City, Forest Hill, Arlington, Saginaw, Richland Hills, and more. We can’t wait to partner with you on your journey toward improved oral health!

Tooth Extractions for Fort Worth and Beyond

April 21, 2014

Filed under: Oral Surgery — Tags: , , , , , — renee @ 3:54 pm

tooth extractionIn certain cases, it may be necessary for patients to have one or more teeth extracted. For young patients, it may be that a baby tooth is not falling out and will need to be removed so the permanent tooth can come in behind it. For adults, there are many other reasons that a tooth might need to be extracted:

  • Decay
  • Orthodontic correction
  • Infection
  • Problems with a wisdom tooth

If you need to have a tooth extracted, you can trust Dr. Corbitt of Fort Worth to give you the quality care you deserve. She will also spend time beforehand making sure you understand exactly how your procedure will go. We don’t want you to have any unanswered questions on the day of your appointment. If there’s anything you don’t understand, feel free to ask during your consultation. Dr. Corbitt will listen to your concerns and put them to rest by explaining exactly how your tooth extraction procedure will go.

Most tooth extractions take one visit to complete. For adults, we recommend having your tooth (or teeth) replaced with a restoration, like a bridge, partial denture, or full denture. What’s more, any one of these excellent options can be supported by a dental implant. Because they act like natural roots, dental implants are extremely effective and give patients the chance to have natural functionality again.

Do you want to learn more about tooth extractions? Call Dr. Corbitt’s Fort Worth dental office with your questions or to schedule an appointment. We serve patients from all around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Cosmetic and Restorative Care with Custom Dental Crowns

March 21, 2014

Filed under: cosmetic dentistry — Tags: , , , — renee @ 1:19 pm

Dental CrownDo you have a cracked, broken, or badly decayed tooth? Talk to Dr. Renee Corbitt of Fort Worth about cosmetic and restorative care with a dental crown. Using a dental crown, it’s possible to restore both the appearance and functionality of a compromised tooth.

Crowns have been made from a wide variety of materials throughout the years, but the most common material in use today is porcelain. Why? Because of how natural it looks. Porcelain has a luminescence and translucence that mimics the look of natural enamel. When your finished crown is resting side-by-side with your existing teeth, no one will know the difference. As a result, instead of feeling self-conscious, you’ll come away from our Fort Worth dental office feeling confident and healthy.

For teeth with significant decay, crowns are a particularly good treatment option. While fillings bond with a tooth’s surface, dental crowns cover the tooth and become its new outer surface. What’s more, your crown will be carefully made in a lab by a professional technician, with an accurate dental impression as a guide. You can trust that your finished crown will match your tooth and fit comfortably.

Do you want to learn more about dental crowns as a cosmetic or restorative solution? Call Dr. Corbitt’s Fort Worth dental office. We serve patients from Fort Worth and all around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Children’s Dentistry for Fort Worth and Beyond

February 14, 2014

Filed under: general dentistry — Tags: , , , — renee @ 9:52 pm

children's dentistryAt what age does a child need to start seeing a dentist? As soon as she gets her first tooth. Most children start developing baby teeth between 6-12 months. Once that happens, your child is just as vulnerable to tooth decay and gum disease as you are.

Visits with our Fort Worth pediatric dentist will help your son or daughter enjoy better protection from the most common oral health problems. What’s more, we can use these appointments to start teaching your child about brushing and flossing. The goal is to create good memories and good habits that will stay with your little one throughout life and encourage him or her to put an emphasis on oral hygiene.

One way our Fort Worth pediatric dentist does this is by using simple, pleasant words to talk to your child about her smile. Another way we do it is by partnering with you. To help your child build healthy habits, we need your help at home. Make brushing and flossing something you all do together. You can also give your little one a toothbrush that plays music to make the experience more fun. Taking caring of your teeth doesn’t have to be boring; it can be fun!

Does your child have her first tooth yet? Call Dr. Corbitt’s Fort Worth dental office to schedule a first visit. We want to help you and your little one navigate this transitional period in life. We offer children’s dentistry to young patients from Fort Worth and surrounding communities.

Bridge the Gap in Your Smile with a Custom-Made Dental Bridge

January 31, 2014

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BridgeIn our last post, we mentioned that many patients will at some point need cosmetic or restorative care. Sometimes the reason a patient needs restorative care is that he or she is missing one or more teeth. When that happens, it’s very important to replace what’s missing.

Why is replacing missing teeth important? Because you need a full set of teeth to enjoy a nutritious diet. What’s more, teeth help you enunciate when you talk, and they give you the confidence to smile at friends, family member, or even strangers. Missing teeth can also create wrinkles, affecting your appearance.

One of the ways Dr. Renee Corbitt is helping Fort Worth-area patients restore missing teeth is with a custom-made dental bridge. A dental bridge fills in the gap(s) in your smile, improving its functionality and appearance. They’re sometimes made of gold but can also be made of porcelain or a combination of other materials.

Often, a bridge is attached to healthy teeth on either end of the gap, known as abutment teeth. Because your dental bridge relies so strongly on these teeth for support, caring for them with regular brushing and floss, plus routine checkups and cleanings, is important. Dr. Corbitt can help you with both your dental bridge and with regular preventive care, so that your smile remains healthy and complete going forward.

Do you want to know if a dental bridge would help you? Call Renee Corbitt’s Fort Worth dental office today for a special consultation appointment. We’re very happy to offer restorative dental care to patients from Fort Worth and all nearby communities.

Fix Flaws in a Single Visit with Affordable Cosmetic Bonding

January 16, 2014

Filed under: cosmetic dentistry — Tags: , , , — tntadmin @ 3:40 pm

cosmetic bondingMany patients need cosmetic or restorative care at some point. When that time comes, what service will be right for you? A Dr. Renee Corbitt’s Fort Worth dental office, a simple and affordable option is helping patients get the cosmetic care they need in just a single visit. It’s called cosmetic bonding.

Cosmetic bonding uses composite resin—the same material used for tooth-colored fillings—to enhance teeth marred by cracks, chips, misalignment, or discoloration. Composite resin is a very durable material, supportive of a tooth’s natural structure. It lets Dr. Corbitt create dramatic results conservatively, without making major changes to a smile. What’s more, the results can be shaded to blend in with your smile’s natural color, and the results will last for years if properly cared for.

But that’s not all. Cosmetic bonding is more affordable than porcelain veneers, a similar cosmetic service, and the process can be completed in a single visit. For patients with busy schedules, or on a tight budget, that’s great news.

Is cosmetic bonding really right for you, though? Dr. Corbitt can help you answer that question in no time. During a consultation visit at our Fort Worth dental practice, a thorough oral exam will be completed, and your medical history will be considered. We’re dedicated to providing our patients with customized care, so if cosmetic bonding isn’t the best solution, we’re happy to recommend something else.

Call us today if you’re ready to schedule an appointment. Dr. Corbitt offers exceptional general, cosmetic, and restorative care to families in Fort Worth and all surrounding areas.

See Dr. Corbitt for an Exam and Cleaning Twice a Year

December 31, 2013

Filed under: general dentistry — Tags: , , , , — tntadmin @ 7:38 am

general dentistryIn our last post, we talked some about the general, cosmetic, and restorative services you’ll find at Dr. Renee Corbitt’s Fort Worth dental office. Today we’d like to zero in specifically on the topic of dental exams and cleanings.

As we said last time, every patient, regardless of age, should have an exam and cleaning with us twice a year. During the exam portion of your visit, Dr. Renee Corbitt will look for some of the most common oral health problems a patient can face. Those include:

  • Gum disease
  • Tooth decay
  • Teeth grinding, or bruxism
  • TMJ disorder
  • Oral cancer

All of these issues come with symptoms, but not every patient will experience those symptoms in the same way. Sometimes patients don’t experience any obvious symptoms at all, which is why oral exams are important. Dr. Corbitt can look for any of these and then recommend a personalized treatment plan if anything is found. Leaving any of these issue untreated could have a serious impact on a patient’s good oral health and overall wellbeing.

The cleaning portion of a regular appointment is just as important. Regular brushing and flossing will do a lot to protect your teeth and gums, but some areas of the mouth are harder to reach than others. Our hygienist will thoroughly clean every corner of your smile, clearing away harmful bacteria, plaque, and calculus. We can also offer you important oral health care tips while you’re with us.

Do you need to schedule an exam and cleaning with Dr. Corbitt? Call us today. We’re happy to serve patients of all ages from Fort Worth and surrounding communities.

Helpful Dental Care for Fort Worth and Surrounding Cities

December 19, 2013

Filed under: general dentistry — Tags: , , , , , — tntadmin @ 7:37 pm

general dentistryEveryone needs help maintaining their smile. At Dr. Renee Corbitt’s Forth Worth dental office, you’ll find a range of general, cosmetic, and restorative services to help you enjoy optimal oral health and wellbeing. Those services include basic dental exams and cleanings, but also care for more complex issues, like sleep apnea and TMJ disorder.

As part of our commitment to meeting the dental needs of Fort Worth area patients, Dr. Corbitt offers children’s dentistry. Bringing your little one in for regular care is very important, both for teaching him or her good brushing and flossing habits at a young age and for making sure your child’s teeth are developing correctly.

Our team recommends that all patients—regardless of age—come in for care twice a year. These visits let our team watch for common oral health issues, like gum disease, tooth decay, and more. Some patients don’t experience any noticeable symptoms for any of these, which is why regular visits are so important.

If you need extra care, Dr. Corbitt is happy to create a personalized treatment plan to help you restore your smile’s good health.

Do you need to schedule an appointment with Dr. Corbitt? Call us today. We offer exceptions general, cosmetic, and restorative care to patients of Fort Worth and beyond.

My teeth feel fine. Do I still need to see a dentist?

February 27, 2012

Filed under: Uncategorized — tntadmin @ 11:25 am

Simply put, yes! Visiting the dentist on a regular basis is essential to keeping your smile in tip-top shape. At our office, we offer a number of preventive services to ensure the health of your mouth and the beauty of your teeth. We’d like to think that your smile is just as important to us as it is to you!

Another good reason to visit us every six months is to check for “hidden” problems you may not even realize you have. Tiny cavities can form in the hard-to-reach areas of your teeth and may only be found through a professional exam. If left untreated, these cavities can get worse, needing more extensive treatment, and costing you even more time and money. During your routine exam, your hygienist will also check to make sure your fillings or other dental restorations are in good shape.

If it has been more than six months since your last visit to our office, please give us a call! We look forward to your next visit!

President’s Day Fun Facts!

February 21, 2012

Filed under: Uncategorized — tntadmin @ 12:45 pm

Yesterday was Presidents’ Day, a day known for celebrating of both George Washington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s combined Birthdays. Presidents’ Day was created in 1971, when President Richard Nixon combined the birthdays of two of our most well-known presidents into one single federal holiday. Presidents’ Day also marks a hard-earned day off from work and school for a lot of our patients at Renee Corbitt DDS.

 

Here are a few fun facts about our nation’s presidents:

 

*Abraham Lincoln, our 16th president, carried letters, bills and notes in his tall stovepipe hat.

 

*George Washington is the first president to be featured on a postage stamp.

 

*Ronald Reagan, our 40th president, broke the so-called “20-year curse,” in which every president elected in a year ending in zero died in office.

 

*Abraham Lincoln was the tallest of the U.S. presidents, measuring 6’ 4” tall.

 

*Virginia is the birthplace of more United States presidents than any other state, followed by Ohio and Massachusetts.

 

*Harry S. Truman was the first president to have his Inauguration and speeches televised.

 

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