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One of the comments we hear a lot from our cosmetic dentistry patients in Plano, TX is that they wish they’d improved their smiles sooner. But it’s understandable since we all tend to put off doing things if we’re unfamiliar with it or are ...

A new season is here, and that means it’s time for a little spring cleaning! Today, we’re sharing a video with you that highlights some of the best features of your friendly Plano dentist office, 1st in Smiles. You’ll hear from several patients ...

Cindy spent years feeling insecure about her smile, but that all changed when she visited Dr. Barfield for a smile upgrade! Check out our video to hear Cindy explain how our quality, modern dental crowns turned a light on inside her that makes her feel ...

If you or someone in your family is gearing up for spring sports, time is running out to give their smile the best protection against dental injuries! That’s why your friendly Plano dentist is reminding you to visit us soon for a custom-made athletic ...

Because he had front teeth that were crooked and overlapping, Chuck was really unhappy about his smile. But he came to Dr. Barfield and was thrilled to learn that he didn’t have to use metal braces to fix those problems like he did when he was a ...

With spring on the way, you and your family will likely be spending more time outside engaged in fun physical activities. But all that extra moving and shaking can sometimes come at a price. So we wanted to give you a friendly reminder about where to ...

No one wants to break a tooth! While it can be pretty upsetting, it’s usually fairly simple for us to fix a broken tooth with a dental crown or other restoration. If you call 1st in Smiles at and explain the problem, we’ll offer you an appointment as ...

There’s no contest when it comes to the best beverage for your orall health, and your overall health too. It’s water! We’ve commented pretty often on the importance of drinking water, including in this post about making healthy snack choices. As good as ...

Thanks to advances in dental techniques and equipment, we can restore even the most damaged smile to one that looks and feels healthy and beautiful. That’s a wonderful thing for people who need restorative procedures. But it’s always best to keep your ...

If you’ve suffered from extensive tooth loss, you may be embarrassed to smile. You may even avoid interacting with people out of worry that they will judge you for your missing teeth. You don’t have to live with gaps in your grin and the accompanying ...