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Dr. David Frank, DMD
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Dr. David Frank is a Dentist practicing in Weatherford, TX. Dr. Frank specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Dr. David Frank, DMD
- Austin, TX
- Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Can chewing tobacco cause bad breath?
Hi, Many forms of smoking or smokeless tobacco will cause bad breath. The predominate reason is the dry mouth and resultant tars and specs of smokeless tobacco that gets stuck READ MORE
Hi,
Many forms of smoking or smokeless tobacco will cause bad breath. The predominate reason is the dry mouth and resultant tars and specs of smokeless tobacco that gets stuck between your gums and roots. Biofilm such as plaque and tartar easily adhere to the remnants of smokeless tobacco and also wedges into the papillae of the tongue resulting in loads of unwelcoming odors.
Many forms of smoking or smokeless tobacco will cause bad breath. The predominate reason is the dry mouth and resultant tars and specs of smokeless tobacco that gets stuck between your gums and roots. Biofilm such as plaque and tartar easily adhere to the remnants of smokeless tobacco and also wedges into the papillae of the tongue resulting in loads of unwelcoming odors.
Can coffee make my teeth become blackish?
Great question and thanks for reaching out. In addition to coffee, many foods and drink (wine, tea, blackberry, blueberry, etc.) and tar from tobacco will leave some pretty heavy READ MORE
Great question and thanks for reaching out. In addition to coffee, many foods and drink (wine, tea, blackberry, blueberry, etc.) and tar from tobacco will leave some pretty heavy stain. Another significant concern can be old fillings decaying or new decay typically on the front teeth along the gum line.
How long after a root canal can I eat?
Some root canals are completed in one day, while others may need a few appointments. You’ll be able to eat, although slightly sore around the tooth and gums.
How can I treat gingivitis myself?
Daily brushing and at least 2x week flossing really keeps gingivitis under control. There is no magic mouth wash...your best rinse is old fashioned hydrogen peroxide. Do that READ MORE
Daily brushing and at least 2x week flossing really keeps gingivitis under control. There is no magic mouth wash...your best rinse is old fashioned hydrogen peroxide. Do that for 30 second swish along with brushing and biweekly flossing and you’re on your way towards a healthy mouth
Is it okay to sleep with my dentures?
It’s ok once in a while, but like shoes you need to give your mouth a chance to breathe without constant coverage by your denture.
