Tooth enamel is designed to give your teeth the strength to bite and chew common foods. Unfortunately, there are instances when something like a blow to the face or grinding your teeth at night can fracture a tooth. Beyond impairing the tooth’s function and appearance, the fractured tooth enamel can start to trap food particles and plaque. In time, this... read more »

Do you ever yearn for a more beautiful smile? Do smile flaws make you embarrassed, or even ashamed, of your smile? Ask Drs. Pevow and Robbins what cosmetic dentistry in Austin, Texas, can do for your smile. Cosmetic dentistry is growing more and more popular. Our dentists have the tools needed to whiten your smile, replace missing teeth, and improve... read more »

Brushing your teeth correctly protects your teeth and gums from the ravages of tooth decay and gum disease while making your smile shine. There are better ways to brush your pearly whites than sawing back and forth or using an outdated toothbrush. Dr. Anderson Lane and our Anderson Lane Dental team in Austin, Texas, hope you enjoy the following brushing tips... read more »

This is a great time of year, especially for younger children. However, with the influx of candy in many people's diets, this means they're at higher risk for cavities. This is a serious problem because cavities can devolve into other issues when left untreated. With that in mind, let's look at exactly what too much Halloween candy can do to... read more »

The enamel layer of your teeth is very hard and durable. This allows you to bite off, chew and grind hard foods. Unfortunately, there are rare situations where an accidental fall or blow to the face can carry enough force to actually chip the enamel layer on one or more teeth. This is even more likely if you grind your... read more »

Each and every one of the teeth in your mouth has been designed by the ancient forces of evolution to be hard enough to bite off, chew and grind the hardest of foods. As hard as your teeth are, there are still some things they cannot withstand. A hard blow to the mouth from a sports accident or a hard... read more »

There is a lot of misinformation out there about fluoride, but the truth of the matter is that fluoride contains a ton of benefits for your overall tooth health. Each day, the natural bacteria in your mouth and the acidic foods and beverages you consume can erode your tooth enamel on a microscopic level. This process is known as demineralization... read more »

You know that if you want to enjoy good oral health, you need to brush your teeth twice a day and floss daily, but did you know there are other things you can do to improve your oral health? Naturally, we recommend considering all of your options when it comes to your oral health—include tongue scrapers. Granted, using a tongue... read more »

Have you ever wanted a brighter smile? Have you tried whitening treatments that just haven’t produced the results you’ve been looking for? Our dentists offer KöR® Whitening Deep Bleaching™ to patients who want truly remarkable results from their whitening treatment. Most whitening treatments are essentially the same, even if they are administered in a dentist’s office. Because of this, they... read more »

As you probably know, missing teeth can be embarrassing. However, did you know that having a gap in your smile can lead to a variety of issues. For instance, if you’re missing one tooth, the others could shift, resulting in gaps in your smile. Similarly, if you are missing one or more teeth, you could have an uneven bite, leading... read more »