You want straight teeth. But you absolutely do not want to wear braces.So, what can you do?Invisalign® is a different approach to orthodontic care. By using a series of clear, plastic aligners, you could move your teeth where you want them to be and create the smile that you want to see.In the video below, Dr. Rick Barfield explains how simple ...
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Your smile is an important part of who you are. It lets other people know a lot about you.Surveys have shown that people with nice smiles are considered friendlier, more intelligent, and more trustworthy. That means your smile can make a difference when you are trying to make a good first impression.But what if you are missing teeth? Would you be as ...
Read MoreHow your teeth look can affect how you smile — or even if you smile at all.One of our patients, Cindi, discusses this in the video below. Over the years, she noticed that her teeth had become chipped and stained. We can assure you, that's a normal part of the wear and tear on your teeth.Like Cindi, many patients come to 1st In Smiles in Plano, ...
Read MoreWould you like to wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated? Without a headache?Would it be nice to not get banished to the couch because of your snoring?If any of that sounds familiar, there is a chance that you could have sleep apnea. This is a sleep disorder that affects tens of millions of Americans, and many of them are not aware that they have ...
Read MoreOn a scale of 1 to 10, how happy are you with your smile?If you said anything less than a 10, we want to change that with cosmetic dentistry at our dentist office in Plano, TX. For decades, Dr. Rick Barfield of 1st In Smiles has helped countless patients create the smiles of their dreams.You deserve to be happy, and you deserve to be happy about ...
Read MoreJim has been one our patients for 20 years. In the video below, he talks about learning that his gums needed some work when he first came to our dentist office in Plano, TX.We are happy that we were able to help Jim get his gum disease under control. We would be happy to do the same thing for you or someone you love.To get started on your healthier ...
Read MoreWhich of the following things would your rather do:■ Bring your son to the dentist with a cavity OR bring your son to the dentist for a preventive cleaning?■ Get treated for advanced gum disease OR avoid gum disease?■ Visit your family dentist for a dental emergency OR make routine visits a couple times each year?We know we would ...
Read MoreThe recipe for tooth decay is pretty straightforward. Gather your ingredients:Tooth enamel Bacteria Sugar Combine daily until a layer of plaque develops. Add time. Voila! You’ll have cavities quicker than you can say, “This was a mistake.” We know you aren’t trying to rot your teeth. But staying on top of ...
Read MoreThese days, there are plenty of good ways to fix the health and appearance of a smile. Dental crowns and bridges are two of the staples of restorative dentistry that we utilize all the time. Check out today’s video clip below to hear our own Dr. Rick Barfield discuss them both. Then, if you live in the Plano, TX area, be sure to call the 1st In Smiles ...
Read MoreAre you still struggling with the aftermath of tooth loss as an adult? Well, you don’t have to settle for the new normal. At 1st In Smiles, we can help you take back your smile, and the quality of life you used to enjoy before you were missing teeth. In today’s video clip, a patient named Michael Wolf describes his experience of getting dental implants ...
Read MoreIf you’re ready to go to the dentist without being afraid, please contact us at 972-905-9266. If you don’t want to call, you can request an appointment via our online form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing you and treating you soon!
