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We’re smack dab in the middle of fall, with the crispness of the season in the air and football on TV. You know what that means, don’t you? The holiday season can’t be far behind! Before you know it, we’ll be celebrating Thanksgiving with our family ...

The holiday season is a great chance to gather with family and friends and create special memories. But just as fun is the chance to indulge in all those delectable treats you only eat this time of year! That’s why you definitely don’t want to let ...

Do your dental appointments feel about as frightening as a walk through a haunted house? For millions of adults, it’s pretty close. But thanks to our patient-focused, compassionate care in Plano, TX, you can take back control of your oral health! With ...

What better time than the season of fright to talk about a scary threat to your teeth and gums? We’re sharing a retro PSA from the American Dental Association that you can watch to learn about the “silent cries” of neglected teeth. This timeless ...

If you’ve had a professional teeth whitening treatment, chances are you loved the results. They result in a much brighter smile than you can get from products sold at drugstores. They cost more than over-the-counter products, though, so you may be concerned ...

Your comfort is our top concern at 1st in Smiles, which is why we make three kinds of dental sedation available to our patients in Plano, TX. Dr. Rick Barfield describes two of them in our video. Nitrous oxide (also called laughing gas), our lightest form ...

It’s a rare person who follows our recommendation to floss every day, despite the fact it helps prevent cavities and gum disease. As with any hygiene task, making it a habit is the key. Follow our five tips to floss more – and then you’re sure to get ...

No one knows exactly what the coming school year will look like. Your child may learn at home as well as at school. No matter where or how they are attending school, though, it makes sense to get your child’s smile in shape before their classes ...

July is the month many of us enjoy fireworks. It’s also a good time to light up your social life by making cosmetic dental improvements. There are many ways to get a more beautiful smile, from simple teeth whitening to orthodontic treatment with ...

Happy National Toothbrush Day! We are so excited to celebrate with you. Though small, your toothbrush is mighty and can protect you from decay and infection alike. It’s important that you have a quality toothbrush that fits your mouth well. Follow the ...