If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to
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Welcome to the Blog of Terrance Swonke, DDS
Whether you are an existing patient or searching for a dentist in the The Woodlands, TX area, we’re excited you are here. With the dental industry advancing, we recognize the importance of keeping our patients and visitors up to date with all of the new and exciting things taking place in our practice.
As we move forward with our blog, we hope to promote dental awareness as a vital part of your healthy lifestyle. Here you will find a variety of articles and topics including dental news, advancements in dental technology and treatments, practical oral health advice and updates from our practice.
We hope you find our blog to be helpful, engaging and informational to ensure your best dental health.
As always, feel free to contact our Terrance Swonke, DDS office with any dental questions or concerns.
-- Terrance Swonke, DDS
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Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.
If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to
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Smile! It’s Time for Arts & Crafts!
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.
If you have a child who loves arts and crafts, try some of these creative projects with a dental twist. One of these activities is sure to give your child
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What exactly is a root canal?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.
Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor
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Creating a Dental Home
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.
As a parent, you know how important a happy, relaxed atmosphere is when it comes to making your child feel at home. We would like to make our The Woodlands,
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How do I know when I have a cavity?
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.
the doctor and our team at Terrance Swonke, DDS frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss regularly,
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Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to
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Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.
It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like
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How do OTC whitening treatments compare to in-office whitening?
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.
If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of the doctor suffer from darkened teeth due to
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Five Things You Didn't Know About Cavities
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.
Most people know when they have a cavity—they can either see it on their tooth or... ouch! They can feel it! But there are certain things that many of our
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Happy Holidays! Healthy Holidays!
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.
It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season
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Anemia and Your Oral Health
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.
One of the most common clues that you might have anemia is found in your smile. If you’ve noticed that your gums are suddenly paler than they used to be,
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Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.
At Terrance Swonke, DDS we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter
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Mouthguard Q&A
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.
Today, the doctor and our team at Terrance Swonke, DDS thought we would talk about mouthguards, what they are, where to get them, and when to use them.
Q: What is
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National Brush Day
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.
October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day!
Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as
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The Truth about TMJ
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.
TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your
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Dental X-rays and Your Child
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.
We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of
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