Blog Articles About Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, and more ...

Isn’t it odd that medical and dental insurance are two separate policies? The mouth, after all, is part of the body. In fact, if oral health suffers, whole health will likely follow. One study shows that 90% of systemic diseases have oral manifestations.  At Austin Laser Dentist, Dr. Helen Ragsdale and our team understand and […]

Do you brux? Most often, a parent or spouse overhears a loved one grinding their teeth during the night. In some cases, a dentist notices worn, damaged molars during a checkup and identifies the patient as a bruxer. Treating the condition is imperative to maintaining strong, healthy teeth and gums.

When you’re missing your natural teeth, it is much more challenging to do everyday tasks. Biting and chewing becomes more problematic, speaking becomes more troublesome, and smiling becomes more embarrassing. But, a qualified restorative dentist can help make your life easier by providing you with tailor-made dentures.  At Austin Laser Dentist, Dr. Helen Ragsdale and […]

If you’ve been keeping up with the latest dental trends, then you’ve probably heard about laser dentistry. Or maybe you’ve heard your coworkers talking about modern, gentle, and affordable laser dental care. Whatever the case, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about laser dentistry, but how much do you really know about it?   For […]

Our teeth are incredibly important. Without them, our mouths can’t function properly. In fact, missing even one tooth can have devastating effects on our oral health. So, if you’re missing teeth, then you’ll need to know the facts about tooth loss. Luckily, restorative solutions are well within your reach to replace missing teeth. If you’re […]

Are you stressed about how to pay for your medical expenses because you are without dental insurance? If so, you are not alone! According to estimates, only 45.9% of adults carry dental insurance in the West South Central region (which includes Texas). Furthermore, in this same region, 5.4% of adults had dental insurance but still […]