Oral Health & Overall Wellness

Emergency dental care in Plano and Melissa Texas Everyone thinks about their dentist on the day of a scheduled dental appointment. But, if you wake up with tooth pain or have an accident that breaks a tooth, you need to call the Plano dentist, Dr. Haight at Haight Family Dentistry in Plano and Melissa Texas […]

4 Ways to prevent dry socket When you have a tooth extracted, a blood clot will develop over the removal site to protect and heal your underlying bone and nerve endings. This clot usually stays in place until your gums have healed and your mouth is back to normal. Sometimes the clot can get dislodged.

5 Fun toothbrush facts When you think about your toothbrush, how much do you know about it? Dr. Haight has compiled a list of toothbrush facts you should be aware of. The number of phones and toothbrushes – It\’s believed that more people own and use a mobile device than those who own and use

What do I do if I break my denture? Many patients ask, \”What do I do if I break my denture?\” Because dentures are delicate and can easily be damaged. Unlike natural teeth, they are not as strong as they are made from metal or acrylic. When these materials are kept in the mouth for

8 Foods you can eat after your wisdom teeth are removed About 90% of people have at least one of their third molars, commonly called the wisdom tooth, removed at some point in their life. Many people have all four taken out to prevent future dental problems. If you undergo this relatively minor procedure, knowing

Dentures Can Help Your Appearance and Improve Your Life When you are missing teeth, it’s normal to worry about what others think about the way your teeth look. For many people, great teeth makes them feel younger, attractive, and more successful, while damaged or missing teeth are perceived as signs of being older, less attractive,