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At 1st in Smiles in Plano, TX, we’re constantly amazed at how many horror stories and myths still exist about root canal procedures. Those horror stories and myths are holdovers from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when dentistry wasn’t nearly as advanced as it is today.   It’s time for the horror stories and myths to leave ...

One of the most successful methods for overcoming dental anxiety isn’t something you can find in just any dentist’s office. Dental sedation, in its various forms, can be found at 1st In Smiles! That’s because we know how challenging it is to make you feel more comfortable and confident when your dental fear is intense. To check out the ...

Ever wondered how whiter teeth would impact your smile and your confidence? If you’re like many people, the answer is likely yes. Now, if you’ve gone a step further and bought a teeth whitening kit at the local drugstore, you may feel skeptical about whether a truly brighter smile is even possible. It is! And you can find the results you’re ...

For people in the Plano, TX area who have lost all their teeth, full dentures are a time-tested solution to the problems of chewing food thoroughly and smiling without embarrassment. Most of the time.   Today’s modern dentures are a far cry from the uncomfortable, ill-fitting dentures of several decades ago. But there’s one thing that holds ...

Do you suffer from constant pain and discomfort in your jaw, face, and head? Do you hear noises when you open and close your mouth? If you answered yes, you could have what’s known as TMJ disorder, or TMD. It’s caused by misalignment in your jaw joint, and it’s one of those nagging conditions that will only get worse without treatment. We ...

Chuck was unhappy with the overcrowding teeth that plagued his smile and self-esteem. Because he dealt with the hassle and discomfort of standard metal braces when as a teen, he turned to Invisalign at 1st In Smiles this time around. And he’s sure glad he did! Here’s more from Chuck about his Invisalign experience and how it’s helped him love ...

Reggie had an old, uncomfortable metal partial dentures. It’s fair to say that he was looking for an upgrade, and he found one at 1st In Smiles. In the video below, Reggie discusses the modern partial dentures we got for him. Now, his teeth replacements look more like natural teeth, and they fit more comfortably, too. He also discusses some other ...

Our younger readers may not recall this, but there was once a prime-time television show that featured (mostly harmless) pranks. The show’s catchphrase was, “Smile! You’re on Candid Camera.” It was all in good fun but probably seems a bit quaint in today’s age of social media, when you picture could be taken anytime and shared online. In other ...

As a parent, you want your children to be as healthy as possible throughout their lives. You can help make they happen by encouraging good habits as early as possible. This includes brushing and flossing their teeth daily and bringing them to the dentist office for routine dental cleanings and exams. If you live in or near Plano, TX, our office is a ...