Invisalign has become one of the most popular orthodontic options for adults and teens who want a straighter smile without the look and feel of traditional metal braces. But with a significant time and financial commitment involved, it is a fair question to ask: is Invisalign actually worth it? At Family Dentistry of Texoma in…
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What to Do for a Toothache: When to Wait and When to Call Your Dentist
A toothache has a way of stopping everything. Whether it is a dull, persistent ache or a sharp pain that flares when you bite down, tooth pain is your body telling you something is wrong. Knowing how to respond — and when to pick up the phone — can make a big difference in how…
Read MoreDr. Pitts Awarded Fellowship with the International Congress of Implantologists
Dr. Pitts was awarded a Fellowship with the International Congress of Implantologists. This award is given to doctors who practice implant dentistry at the highest level and is awarded by a panel of specialists based upon credentials and case submission. Dr. Pitts is the only Dentist in Wichita Falls and the surrounding area to have…
Read MoreWhat is a Cosmetic Dentist?
Cosmetic Dentistry is not a recognized Dental Specialty, although many Dentists market themselves as “cosmetic dentists”. There is no such thing as a cosmetic dentist, there are only dentists and dental specialists like Oral Surgeons. Any licensed dentist can provide cosmetic dentistry, such as veneers, just as well as those who market themselves as…
Read MoreNew Technology
The largest limitation of traditonal dental x-rays whether they be the old film style or newer digital style is they were a two dimensional picture of a three dimensional object. We no longer have that limitation with the advent of CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) technology. These machines produce crystal clear three dimensional images that…
Read MoreSenior Discount
We believe that every patient, especially our elderly population, deserves the best dental care possible. Most senior citizens find themselves on a fixed income and this makes it difficult a lot of times to get the care that they need without the aid of an insurance plan. We are extending a 15% Senior Discount to…
Read MoreIV Conscious Sedation
Many people do not seek dental care because they have experienced an unfavorable visit in the past or have an innate fear of the thought of dental care in general. We can identify with these fears and realize this is a concern for people seeking care these days. Sedation, or sleep dentistry, is the perfect…
Read MoreFree Orthodontic/Cosmetic Consultation
We live in a very appearance conscious society and a person’s smile, or lack there of, has repeatedly been shown to be the first thing people notice about you. Having a pleasing smile is a real game changer and could actually be the difference between getting a job or being looked over in favor of…
Read MoreAOS Achievement Award
The American Orthodontic Society’s Academy of Diplomates presented Dr. Matt Pitts with the society’s Achievement Award at the annual meeting in October. The award is selected by the authority of the American Orthodontic Society’s Board of Examiners and requires the recipient to have a minimum of 350 clock hours of Orthodontic Continuing Education.
Read MoreDoes My Insurance Cover That?
Does my Insurance cover that? This is a question that I hear every day multiple times. There is a huge misconception on the part of the dental consumer about dental insurance and what it actually does. The answer to “does my insurance cover that” is usually NO, and if not, then the answer is that…
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