You know that you probably should visit the dentist a few times each year for dental cleanings and exams. Yet, your dental anxiety makes it difficult to schedule and keep an appointment.
It’s time to do something about your fear of the dentist, and Starr General Dentistry wants to help.
Here are a few things you can do.
Discuss Your Concerns
Many people experience anxiety about dental care. For some, this is a general worry about dental visits. For others, the concerns involve a specific procedure or piece of equipment.
Whether you have a fear of pain or you worry that you will be criticized if your teeth aren’t in perfect condition, you should let us know. We aren’t going to judge you. We are here to help, and we want to personalize your experience so you feel at ease.
Ask About Amenities
You are more likely to get the care you need if you feel comfortable. This is why we offer amenities such as pillows and blankets along with dental sedation. You can be cozy and pain-free anytime you make an appointment with our team.
Get to Know Us
One of the best ways to feel relaxed is to know the people who are helping you. Schedule a consultation so you can meet our dental professionals and get a better understanding of how we approach patient care. Dental anxiety is not going to disappear in a single visit, but it does get easier. As you get a better understanding of how we treat our patients, you can feel at ease because you will know what to expect.
Call 254-401-0129 or to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX.
You want to keep your loved ones happy and healthy. That’s also the goal of your family dentist in Waco, TX.
At Starr General Dentistry, you can receive a wide variety of services:
- Cleanings and exams
- Dental crowns and fillings
- Dental implants
- Teeth whitening
- Dental veneers
- TMJ treatment
- And much more!
Plus, our dental professionals are committed to keeping you as comfortable as we can. Call 254-401-0129 now or to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry.
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Broken, cracked, and missing teeth have a detrimental effect on your smile and your self-esteem. Get back what you have lost by getting dental crowns and bridges.
Dr. Taylor Starr discussed these restorative services in the video below. Take a moment to watch it. Then, plan to visit us if you could benefit from these treatments.
Call 254-401-0129 or to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX.
Tens of millions of people in the United States suffer from TMJ disorders. When left untreated, TMJ issues can have a negative effect on your everyday life. Here are a few things you should know about these conditions.
1. TMJ Issues Can Have Multiple Symptoms
When you have a TMJ problem, you may develop one symptom or multiple symptoms:
- Jaw pain and soreness
- Jaw muscle stiffness
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Frequent headaches
- Limit jaw movement
- Ear pain or pressure
- Vision issues
- Dizziness
- Clicking or popping when opening or closing your jaw
2. Multiple Factors Can Contribute to TMJ Issues
Just as TMJ disorders can affect people in different ways, many things can contribute to this condition. You may have one or more of these factors:
- Autoimmune diseases
- Infections
- Injuries to the jaw or near it
- Keeping your mouth open for extended periods of time
- Arthritis
- Clenching or grinding your teeth
3. TMJ Can Be Treated
At our office, we can help you get relief from TMJ problems, particularly when they are related to teeth grinding or the alignment of your teeth. We can make a special oral appliance, that can prevent grinding and ease the pain associated with your TMJ disorder.
Schedule a consultation with one of our doctors. Call 254-401-0129 or to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX.
Fall is a busy social season.
Don’t spend it covering your mouth with your hand when you laugh or being tight-lipped when you smile for photos.
Feel confident enough to relax and have a good time when you visit us for teeth whitening treatment in Waco, TX!
Our at-home whitening options offer safe, convenient treatment that outshines anything you’ll find in stores. You can attend all your special events of the season looking and feeling great!
Find out which of our whitening systems is right for you. Call 254-401-0129 to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX. You can also .
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Gary spent his entire life without the kind of dental care he needed to maintain a healthy, great-looking smile.
From routine hygiene appointments to orthodontics, he really missed out on treatments that would have made a big difference in his oral health and his confidence.
But once Gary came to see our Waco, TX dental practice, he finally found a path toward a healthier, brighter smile he’d always wanted.
Watch his video testimonial to hear about the life-changing impact dental implants, in particular, have had on the way he looks and feels!
Are you ready to get the dental care you’ve needed for a long time?
Then call 254-401-0129 to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX. You can also .
You feel good if your kids have a big smile. This is always true – but especially as they head back to the classroom for a new school year. As your family dentist, we can get your crew’s smiles ready for back to school with:
- Cleanings and Exams – Families are often too busy with vacations and other summer activities like cookouts to schedule exams and cleanings for their children. Yet calendars typically get even busier after school starts, so it’s a good idea to get appointments for your family on the books now.
- Custom Athletic Mouthguards – Is your child interested in playing a sport? You’ll want to make sure they take the field wearing a mouthguard to protect their teeth from damage. While you can buy a mouthguard from sporting goods stores, it won’t fit as well as a custom-made mouthguard. Our mouthguards also don’t require a frustrating “boil-and-bite” process before the first wear.
- Wisdom Teeth Removal – If your teenager is experiencing dental pain, it’s possible they may need to have their wisdom teeth removed. In addition to causing discomfort, wisdom teeth can make them more prone to gum disease and cavities. They can also cause problems if they are crowded, at the wrong angle, or not fully erupted. Our team can handle all but the most complicated wisdom teeth removals.
- Cosmetic Dental Treatments – A nice looking smile is a confident smile! Give your family members added confidence by letting us improve their appearance with teeth whitening, tooth bonding, teeth contouring, and other cosmetic services.
Put big smiles on the faces of your family! Call Starr General Dentistry today at 254-401-0129 to schedule appointments in Waco, TX.
When you have a toothache or someone you love has broken a tooth, you don’t want to wait any longer than necessary to get help. When you need emergency dental care, count on our team at Starr General Dentistry.
As Dr. Martin Starr explains in the video below, we are always ready to assist our patients with dental emergencies. Whether during the week or on the weekend, we want you to feel comfortable calling us.
Save our number 254-401-0129 so you can reach our Waco, TX practice as quickly as possible when dental problems arise. To prevent problems, contact us to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry.
Your smile makes an impression. We can help you make that a good impression.
When you arrive at a social event, confidently share your smile with family and friends. Quit hiding your mouth behind your hand when you speak. Stop repressing your smile because you are worried about someone seeing your teeth.
Today is the day you can take control of your smile. You could complete a total teeth transformation in a matter of weeks when you dental veneers at our Waco, TX office.
Your first step is calling 254-401-0129 to make an appointment with one of our doctors at Starr General Dentistry.
Make Your Dream Smile a Reality
Try to imagine your dream smile. How would you describe it? What features would it have?
Think of a smile with:
- Bright and stain-free teeth
- Teeth that look perfectly straight
- Teeth that are equally spaced without noticeable gaps
- No chips or cracks
- No undersized teeth
When your teeth look like they complement one another, you feel better about your smile. When you don’t have distracting “flaws,” you feel more comfortable sharing your smile with the people around you.
Time and again, we have seen how cosmetic dentistry does much more than improves people’s smiles. The most important thing is how a great smile can lift your self-perception.
When you are uncomfortable with or even embarrassed by your teeth, it can become an obstacle in many situations. This can hold you back in your job. It can affect how you approach business meetings.
It also can affect your personal life. Don’t turn down a chance to meet new friends or a romantic partner because you are worried about sharing your smile.
By getting veneers, you can create the smile of your dreams. Our team wants to help you get your smile where you want it to be.
How to Make a Change
Veneers are incredibly versatile. They are also incredibly simple. They don’t require moving your teeth. In fact, the prep work needed for veneers is pretty easy in a vast majority of cases.
Veneers work by concealing the things you don’t want people to see. They cover your teeth in much the same way that fake fingernails can cover your nails … if fake fingernails could last for a decade.
You can get a single veneer or a complete set of veneers depending on what change you want to make. Your veneers are custom-made to fit your teeth and to give you the smile that you want to see.
As a bonus, veneers work relatively quickly as well. In a matter of a few weeks, you could be looking at a completely different smile.
Let’s Get Started
The only way you can make a change is to take action. To get your dental veneers, schedule a visit with us soon. Call 254-401-0129 or contact us to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX.
A single lost tooth can cause a lot of problems. A set of loose dentures may seem as bad as having no teeth at all.
If you have missing teeth, you probably would like to:
- Smile with confidence
- Speak without worrying about your “teeth” moving around
- Know that you can bite and chew the food that you want to eat
Dental implants make all of that possible. Implant function as artificial roots so your replacement teeth can look and feel like the real thing.
To get your implants, call 254-401-0129 or contact us to request an appointment at Starr General Dentistry in Waco, TX.
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