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From as early as the 15th-century coffee has been enjoyed by people from all over the world. Coffee isn’t just a part of our diets, but many consider drinking or getting coffee an activity. Whether it’s to start your morning, meet up with a friend, enjoy an espresso after a large dinner, or just something to sip on at work to help stay alert or warm, coffee is a staple in many of our, well, lives. Even as an expert dental team and cosmetic dentist in Fort Worth, we love our daily ‘cup of joe’.

Coffee has been woven into history for its incredible taste, soothing aromas, and the ability to give us that extra kick we need. These qualities make it understandable as to why it has become such a major part of modern-day life. In addition to the many positive qualities however, it should be noted that drinking too much coffee does have its negatives, just like anything really. While too much coffee can leave you wired, the high acidity and dark color of coffee can also cause damage and staining to your teeth.

Many of us are aware of the existing research showing that coffee can have negative effects on our oral health, but is it enough to make us seek alternatives? As a group of knowledge-hungry cosmetic dentists in Fort Worth, we examined the facts. With this examination, we can try and determine if this new and crazy invention, clear coffee, could be worth avoiding teeth stains.

Does regular coffee stain or damage your teeth? The truth from a cosmetic dentist in Fort Worth

The short answer is yes, regular coffee over time certainly does stain your teeth. As we all know, while coffee is a particularly dark-colored beverage, it can cause visible teeth discoloration if consumed regularly. Regularly being about 2-4 cups a day. The discoloration is caused by tannins which are also found in darker teas and red wine. Tannins are a type of polyphenol that breaks down in water. Tannins cause color compounds to stick to your teeth which can leave an unwanted yellow hue behind. This yellow hue is more severe if it is not regularly addressed (via brushing twice daily and teeth cleanings two to three times a year).

As a knowledgable dental team and cosmetic dentist in Fort Worth, we have determined that there are options that will keep you happy and your teeth healthy too. By seeking alternatives such as clear coffee, or, if the idea of clear color doesn’t sit well with you, simply reducing your consumption each day and taking good care of your teeth, you can certainly make a difference in combating the long-term effects of this substance.

In addition to the potential issues relating to your bright, white smile, coffee can also cause physical damage to your oral health over time. As previously mentioned, coffee is a very acidic drink. Therefore, consuming large amounts of it can lead to damaging your tooth enamel. To prevent this, your cosmetic dentist in Fort Worth advises coffee lovers to brush their teeth and rinse their mouth shortly after enjoying a cup of coffee to remove some of the acidic residue and in turn, reduce the damage caused. Once again, the best form of prevention remains cutting down on your daily intake if the other prevention methods do not work for you.

Clear Coffee: CLR CFF

If you are a regular coffee drinker and can’t fathom cutting down on your daily dose of espresso, we have some good news. In an attempt to solve coffee’s inevitable effect on teeth, one inventive brand has created the world’s first colorless coffee. Clear Coffee consists of arabica coffee beans from Ethiopia combined with water, just like regularly-colored coffee. The caffeine level is very similar to that of a double espresso. The drink is low in calories and according to the company, it is preservative-free.

The transparent color remains a mystery to this day as the processing method the brand has developed over time is still undisclosed. In addition to keeping teeth stains away, the two brothers behind it, David and Adam Nagy, have often boasted about their product being free from artificial flavors, stabilizers, sugars, and other sweeteners. It does, however, contain added “high-quality natural caffeine” in order to compensate for the caffeine that is lost in the processing of the coffee beans.

So is it worth it? This may be something you just have to find out for yourself. If you are just drinking coffee for its caffeine content rather than the roasted coffee bean aroma look and feel, then this product may be worth a try.

What if you can’t give up regular coffee? That’s okay!

If you can’t imagine a world without that creamy aromatic smell and flavor of regular coffee, there’s no need to worry too much. As we mentioned before, cutting back in combination with maintaining regular oral care should keep you in the “clear.” You can also try adding a pinch of baking soda to your coffee, which lowers the pH acidity levels immensely, helping you defeat the effects of tooth decay as well as an upset stomach.

What if your mouth has endured damage more severe than coffee stains? Our team and expert cosmetic dentist in Fort Worth can help.

If more than just coffee, but other consequential factors have damaged your smile over time leading to tooth loss, etc., we have a solution. At ARCHPOINT Implant dentistry, our team can offer you some of the highest quality care and dental implants in DFW. We specialize in giving our patients back a full, white, and permanent smile with our high-quality implants and a caring and experienced team of experts. Take back your life, take back your smile, and contact us today to learn more.   

There is nothing wrong with eating soft foods. Ice cream, smoothies and other soft foods are delicious. Some people take it to the extreme. They eat only soft foods.

They may have a reason for eating only soft foods. It may seem to make sense to them. While they may think it is okay to do this, the truth is it can hurt your teeth and gums. You could end up in our office more than you want if you follow a diet that includes soft foods.

People Eat Soft Foods Because They Have To

If you have had oral surgery, you need to eat soft foods for a few days as you recover. As you slowly add other foods as you heal. Once you have completely healed from the oral surgery, you go back to a normal diet that includes all types of textures.

There are some people who turn to soft foods, even if they have not undergone any oral surgery. They may do this because their teeth are sensitive and hard food or chewy food is difficult for them to eat. Their inability to eat other food is a sign that they may already have problems with their teeth that requires a visit to our office.

Exercising Teeth and the Jaw

While you do not want to eat food that is so hard it breaks your teeth, that does not mean you want to avoid food that is difficult to chew altogether. The jaw is a muscle and muscles need exercise. Hard food can also help keep your teeth strong and clean.

The best diet to follow is a varied diet. That includes eating foods from all the food groups and eating foods of all textures. When you follow a healthy diet, your oral health will benefit.

Contact us today if you need to schedule your next appointment at our office.

When you hear the word surgery, you picture an operating room with a bunch of lights and people standing around wearing masks.

There are also other types of surgeries that do not require this type of setting. Our dental office is equipped to help people with facial surgery that need treatment. It is a safe and effective way to perform different procedures that offers many advantages.

Types of Surgeries

Like any type of medical procedure, there are some types of facial surgeries that are more common than others. Many people may not even think of some of these procedures as a surgery. The most common type of facial surgery we perform is a tooth extraction. A tooth extraction is necessary when for diseased teeth, impacted teeth and teeth that are broken and chipped. This is a procedure done with local anesthesia in our office.

Some of the less common types of surgery that we do can help with health and cosmetic issues.

•	Jaw correction surgery – This type of surgery can help a misaligned bite that orthodontics could not correct.
•	Cleft Lip – Repairing a cleft lip is one of the most rewarding types of facial surgery. It not only helps a person physically, it helps them emotionally as they become more confident about their appearance.

Why This Makes Sense

Some people may think that the only way to perform facial surgeries is in an operating room. What they do not realize is that many of the surgical procedures that we can do are much simpler in our office setting. Performing these procedures in our office allows for shorter recovery times, are less invasive and are just as safe. Most importantly, they are more cost effective.

There is no reason to fear facial surgeries done in our office. Instead, you can embrace how they can help you.

For more information about what we offer, contact our office to schedule an appointment.

You have several types of teeth in your mouth. Incisors are in the front, and molars are in the back. In between those are your canines. It is not uncommon for the wisdom teeth, which are molars, to become impacted. What about your canines? Can a canine tooth be impacted, and if so, what can be done?

Impacted Teeth

An impacted tooth is one that cannot grow in all the way. There are several reasons why. Often it is because there is not enough room in the jaw for another tooth. Another common cause is because the tooth is not coming in straight. If an impacted tooth is left alone, it could cause pain and even infection. Impacted canine teeth are not all that uncommon.

It is usually children who have an issue with impacted canines, because the canine adult teeth come in before adulthood. An adult can have an impacted canine if their adult teeth have not yet all come in, or if the tooth was not treated when younger.

Treatment

When a child has an impacted canine, often we will recommend braces. This will help for the tooth to have room to come in and will make sure that it will be straight. If the child is a little bit older, or if the tooth did not come in correctly after braces, we might need to fuse the tooth. In rare cases, extraction might take place.

The most important thing that you can do to make sure that your child does not have an impacted canine is to see us on a regular schedule. That is the only way that we will be able to tell that your child’s mouth is healthy. If something doesn’t come in properly, we want to take care of it immediately.

You may think that oral piercings look cool, but they can do a lot of damage to your teeth, gums, and tongue. Consider long and hard what the consequences may be before you get such piercings. Here are some of the types of damage we often repair that are caused by oral piercings.

Tooth Damage

An oral piercing can really mess with your teeth. If it is a lip ring, it will rub against one or more teeth, which can damage the enamel. It can also chip your teeth. Even worse than a lip ring is a tongue ring. This will hit your teeth as you eat and also as you talk. It does not take long for a tongue ring to damage your teeth.

Gum Damage

Oral piercings will also hurt your mouth by damaging your gums. Lip rings can rub against your gums, causing a tear or other irritation. Tongue rings are even worse for your gums with several studies suggesting that people who have tongue rings have a much higher instance of gum disease than those who do not have a tongue ring.

If you have any oral piercings, make sure that you take care of them while also taking extra care of your mouth. Do not miss brushings and make sure you use mouthwash. This will help keep down the number of bacteria that can lead to infection.

If you have oral piercings, and they give you any trouble, come in to see us right away. You do not want to risk infection. If you notice any damage to your teeth from the piercings, let us know so we can repair them. It is our recommendation that you do not get any oral piercings to begin with.

If you are considering dental implants, you probably have many questions.
While the subject of dental implants may sound complex, our team makes it easy to understand. The anatomy of our dental implants essentially mirrors that of natural teeth appearing and performing like the real thing. This is due to Archpoint’s state-of-the-art implant materials, which assure your new smile lasts for years and years to come. 

Better Aesthetics, Function, and Feel

One of the biggest benefits of dental implants is their superior esthetics. An implant mimics the root component of a tooth, which allows us to permanently attach a restoration without the use of crowns, clasps, or messy adhesives. Instead, the restoration is discretely cemented or screwed into place. This gives the appearance of a natural tooth. Our restorations are also fabricated using porcelain, zirconia, or another ceramic compound. These high-quality restoration materials can be shaped to match the texture of natural teeth. They also reproduce the light-reflective properties of tooth enamel. With dental implants, your restoration will be virtually indistinguishable from the rest of your natural teeth.

Implant-supported dentures also provide a natural appearance and long-term esthetics. Because they are implanted into the jaw, they will feel and function just like your natural teeth. Unlike dentures or other removable appliances, you never have to take out your implants. You will be able to eat, speak, and smile without worrying about embarrassing slips or discomfort. Removable appliances can cause discomfort while eating, issues with your speech, and a lack of confidence when you smile. 

Success Rate, Durability, and Convenience

In most cases, implant surgery is low-risk. In fact, most implant-supported restorations have a success rate of up to 98%. This is largely thanks to the process of osseointegration. During osseointegration, the implant and jawbone fuse together to form a powerful bond. This bond is responsible for the unmatched durability of dental implants. In many cases, an implant will withstand the powerful forces of your bite for many decades. Under the right care and maintenance, an implant can even last a lifetime!

Many people find dentures and other removable appliances to be inconvenient. These restorations must be removed for cleanings, during sleep, and to maintain proper oral health. If dropped, they may break or become warped. They also need to be readjusted, realigned, or replaced at regular intervals. These inconveniences can add up to be quite costly.

With dental implants, you can eat, drink, brush, and floss your restoration as you would your natural teeth. There is no need for special cleaning routines, readjustments, and other complications associated with removable appliances. 

Improved Oral Health and Self-Esteem

Osseointegration is also responsible for improvements in your oral health. The roots of your teeth provide physical stimulation that keeps your jawbone healthy and strong. When you lose one or more teeth, you lose the stimulation your jaw needs to avoid deterioration. If tooth loss is left untreated for an extended period, your bone will resorb back into the bloodstream. This can cause a saggy facial appearance and affect your eligibility for dental implants.

Because an implant fuses to the bone, it provides the physical stimulation your jaw needs to remain healthy while preserving a youthful facial appearance. No other restoration helps to preserve the bone in your jaw. In fact, other restorations can also cause damage to the adjacent teeth.

Many patients report an improvement in their self-esteem after they receive their implant-supported restoration. Implants can give you back a smile you deserve, and the confidence you want when you smile, laugh, and speak. 

Schedule Your Consultation

At ARCHPOINT, we specialize in dental implants because their benefits are unmatched by any other dental restoration. During a consultation, our doctors can determine if implants are right for you. If you are interested in dental implants, call us and schedule your consultation today!

Consider Archpoint’s Lifelong Benefits

Not only do we get you looking great again, but we also get you feeling alive again.

A Natural, Youthful Smile

Our advanced materials provide a permanent solution to a healthy functional smile.

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Bone Preservation

Dental implants prevent bone loss from occurring, keeping your face looking strong and your appearance youthful.

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Eat Any Foods You’d Like

Eat harder and healthier foods you couldn’t chew with dentures, which are 75% less effective than natural teeth.

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Keep Healthy Teeth Healthy

Implants prevent existing teeth from shifting and weakening, relieving them of extra strain placed upon them from eating.

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Speak Better and More Clearly

Unlike dentures, dental implants don’t slip and shift in your mouth. Pronounce everyday words without any worry.