For those of you who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Ritchie Dental Group is here for you. Dr. Greg Ritchie has been treating this common issue since 2000. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and …
Your child’s dental health is important to overall health and vitality. At Ritchie Dental Group, our family dentist loves working with you and your child to ensure a healthy smile for life. Why? The health of your child’s teeth and gums can affect their speech development, eating habits and self-esteem. Pediatric dental care is essential, …
Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached …
Have you had a rough 2017 because your smile isn’t what you wished it would be? Do you find yourself hiding your teeth because of unsightly stains or misalignment issues? It’s time to make 2018 your year with better dentistry to address your concerns. In fact, you need a dentist in Marbles that will cater …
One of the most common requests we get from our dental patients here at Ritchie Dental Group is whiter teeth. Cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening and veneers are safe, effective, and affordable. Some patients might be interested in bleaching their teeth at home. There are many affordable teeth whitening products available at grocery or drug …
At Ritchie Dental Group, we provide comprehensive full service dentistry for patients in Marble Falls and the surrounding communities. Our friendly and comprehensive team of skilled hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff help us exceed our patients’ expectations.We understand the value of a healthy and beautiful smile and are enthusiastic about providing each patient with personalized …
Today’s dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Horseshoe Bay Diabetics.’ Many people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Horseshoe Bay diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many dentists have noticed …
Since our teeth don’t ‘grow’ and the enamel is not comprised of living cells, sometimes we forget that teeth are alive. We are reminded that they have active nerves when we have a toothache or sudden sensitivity to hot or cold food. Like other organs, teeth need a blood supply to stay alive and healthy. …
Our teeth work hard and are continually under attack. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel—the hardest substance in the body. Tragically, enamel erosion is extremely prevalent, though largely preventable. Enamel’s chief enemies are acidic foods and beverages. Other factors that can weaken enamel or wear it away are some …
Welcome to our dental blog! If you are not happy with your smile, we invite you to examine a complete smile transformation. 1. Look and feel younger. 2. Improve your oral health. 3. Increase your confidence. 4. Smile all the time! Ritchie Dental Group has been providing general and cosmetic dentistry in the Marble Falls …
