Think you don’t know anyone who’s had oral cancer? See if you recognize any of these names: Babe Ruth, General Ulysses S. Grant, Sigmund Freud, Rod Stewart, Michael Douglas, George Harrison and Diane Von Furstenberg. For 2016, the American Cancer Society estimates that about 48,330 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal (throat) cancer, and some 9,570 people will die from these cancers. And while there’s no telling for certain, some of these diagnoses and deaths might have been prevented by one simple procedure: an oral cancer screening. At Distinguished Dental, Dr. McIntosh and her staff routinely conduct oral cancer screenings in Fort Worth, TX during dental checkups in order to spot the early warning signs of this otherwise fatal disease.
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Oral Cancer Screening in Fort Worth, TX
August 20, 2016
Your Dentist in Fort Worth, TX, Wants to See Your Kids this Summer
July 29, 2016
About this time every year, parents’ thoughts vacillate back and forth between “too bad, summer is almost over” and “hallelujah, summer is almost over!” Regardless of which side of the debate you fall on, one thing is certain: you should absolutely schedule your children’s back-to-school checkup with Fort Worth dentist Dr. McIntosh now. There’s still plenty of time to make sure your kids head back to class with a healthy and happy smile.
Dental Myths the May Be Hurting Your Oral Health
June 29, 2016
Deciding on the best way to take care of your teeth and gums can be a little confusing. Over the years, I’m sure you’ve heard advice from various sources about the best way to care for your teeth. While these sources may have good intentions, some of this advice could actually be causing you to hurt your oral health instead of helping. As your dentist in Keller, we are here to break the most common myths surrounding oral health care.
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For a Cosmetic Dentist, Keller Calls Dr. McIntosh
April 12, 2016
Take a close look at your smile in the mirror—go ahead, we’ll wait. Are you satisfied with what you see? If not, then there is probably a cosmetic dentistry procedure that can correct that imperfection. Whether your smile’s flaw is small—a chipped tooth that only you seem to notice—or something more considerable, such as a broken tooth or crooked teeth, Keller cosmetic dentist Dr. McIntosh and her staff at Distinguished Dental have the treatment to enhance your look. Let’s consider some of the cosmetic dentistry services we offer.
For Dentures, Keller Residents come to Dr. McIntosh
March 23, 2016
If you’re missing any teeth, then you may be asking yourself the question, “Should I get dentures?” The short answer is, ‘Yes!” They are an excellent choice for tooth replacement that make eating more pleasurable and smiling and speaking a more natural and less self-conscious activity. Now, the only question left to answer is what kind of dentures are best suited to you. Dr. McIntosh will be able to determine if partial, full, implant-retained or All-on-4 are the best option for you.
Gum Disease Therapy in Keller
Talk about subtle. The early symptoms of gum disease can be so minor that they often go unnoticed unless you are a trained dental professional or know what to look for. Of course, when you come to Dr. McIntosh and the team at Distinguished Dental in Keller, TX, we’re on the lookout for the signs and symptoms of gum disease at every one of your checkups. However, your Keller dentist still thinks it’s important for you to be aware of what gum disease looks like at all stages so that you can be another guardian against this smile-stealing infection.
Your Keller Dentist Wants to See You
February 10, 2016
You know that if you want to maintain your best oral health, you have to be an active participant. That’s why you faithfully brush your teeth two times every day and floss at least once a day. You figure you’re not having any problems, so why take the time to see the dentist? Well, when you come to see your Keller family dentist Dr. McIntosh, she and her staff can make sure you continue to not have any problems. That’s exactly what a dental checkup is for—to help prevent problems.
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Teeth Whitening with the Cosmetic Dentist Keller Trusts
February 5, 2016
Love is in the air. After all, with February comes Valentine’s Day and thoughts turn to love and happiness and chocolate and smiles. To make sure your smile looks best, why not consider teeth whitening? At Distinguished Dental, we offer different teeth whitening services—one is certain to fit your schedule and your budget.
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Invisalign® in Keller
January 20, 2016
Happy New Year from all of us at Distinguished Dental! We hope 2016 is a year of happy, healthy and beautiful smiles. To help you achieve that smile, we’d like to suggest a New Year’s resolution that you may actually be able achieve and possibly complete before 2017 arrives. With Invisalign, you can have a straighter and more attractive smile without the pain and hassle of conventional metal braces.
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The Keller Dentist and Your Dental Insurance Benefits
January 10, 2016
The start of a New Year marks many new beginnings, not the least of which is the renewal of your dental insurance benefits. That means that if there was any treatment you did not have last year—whether because your benefits had maxed out or the calendar year had come to a close—now is the time to schedule the dental care you or another member of your family needs at Distinguished Dental, your Keller dental office.
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