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Texture – the world’s best digital magazines, reimagined and unlimited

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Texture is a completely new reading experience, bringing you full access to the world’s best magazines. Dr Gennero highly recommends this new app being called: ‘The Netflix for Magazine Apps’.

“Texture’s unlimited access plans offer our entire catalog of magazines—including back issues—starting at just $9.99 per month. With Texture’s digital magazine rack at your fingertips, you and your family can enjoy all of the favorites you know and love, while discovering new content that fits your passions and interests, any time for one low monthly price.” – Next Issue Media

If you are an avid reader of magazines but are tired of always being on the losing side when it comes to space as your collection grows by the stack, you might want to look into downloading and subscribing to Texture. This magazine app is available on a wide range of devices –such as iOS, Android, or Windows– so you can take your magazines anywhere and everywhere with you. And thanks to the incredible offline mode, you can access your favorites should you find yourself without access to the internet.

Beyond that, it is also a pretty cost effective solution as you only pay one price and get pretty much an unlimited access to a fantastic variety of magazines –which even includes back issues. In addition, both of its subscription plans are pretty affordable and you can even try out the service for a full month!

Holiday Festivities Await…

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Nov
2014
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Is Your Smile Ready?

Thanksgiving

Family gatherings for the holidays…relatives you haven’t seen for months…friends you want to impress…office parties and business holiday dinners…the boss might be there…perhaps colleagues you want to impress…a neighborhood or church holiday event…maybe even that certain someone might be there…

The holiday season is here and you need to look your best for so many reasons. Check your smile. Is it all that you want it to be? Do you have that confident, beautiful smile that truly reflects your personality ready for show?

If not, don’t forget…Dr. Gennero and her kind, gentle team can help you create the holiday smile of your dreams with Invisible Braces, Veneers and Teeth Whitening. Call us and let us help you hit the holidays with a beautiful, confident smile.

Houston, TX Dentist Provides Facts about Cosmetic Dentistry

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Sep
2013
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shutterstock_137758772-300x246Did you know that cosmetic dentistry has become one of the most popular branches of dentistry? In fact, with the number of procedures available, it’s one of the best ways to make your smile flawless.

Dr. Deborah Gennero, your Houston, TX cosmetic dentist, shares some common facts about cosmetic dentistry for patients who have an interest in undergoing a few procedures.

What You Probably Didn’t Know about Cosmetic Dentistry

  1. Cosmetic dentistry is also restorative. Even though cosmetic dentistry is elective, some restorative dental procedures also classify as cosmetic. For example, composite resin allows cavity fillings to go unnoticed. Yet, the tooth is freed of decay and becomes perfectly restored.
  2. More than just aesthetics. Having a great smile is more than just showcasing sound oral health. Studies have proven that people with a beautiful smile tend to appear smarter, friendlier, successful, and even more interesting. Furthermore, researchers have found that an employer is more than likely to promote and employee with a nice-looking smile than one with a less-than-perfect smile.
  3. Create uniformity. As aforementioned, cosmetic dentistry is sometimes considered restorative dentistry, which extends to dental implants, too. Patients with dental implants can prevent future tooth loss by replacing their missing tooth roots. However, alongside restoring your mouth’s functionality, you’re able to regain a uniform smile. Since a dental implant is typically made from porcelain material, you’re able to color-match the implant to your surrounding natural teeth.
  4. Veneers have corrected many Hollywood smiles. The ever-popular porcelain veneers have been known to completely transform smiles. In fact, many actors and singers can attribute their smiles to veneers. These Hollywood smiles include the ones of George Clooney, Miley Cyrus, and even Nicholas Cage.

For Cosmetic Dental Procedures, Visit Your Houston, TX Dentist

If you’re interested in having a cosmetic dental procedure and would like more information, contact Dr. Gennero. She explain the types of cosmetic procedures available and help you choose the most effective ones for you. To schedule an appointment with your Houston, TX cosmetic dentist, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Top-Rated Floss from Your Houston, TX General Dentist

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Sep
2013
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shutterstock_151699403-300x205Imagine this: you’re in the oral care aisle searching for floss. Each package promises it’s the most effective, gentle, and best tasting floss on the market. Yet, while each floss sounds convincing, you’re still unsure of which to choose.

With this article, you can learn the top-ranked flosses available, from your Houston, TX general dentist, Dr. Deborah Gennero.

Flosses that Outrank the Rest

  • Glide Comfort Plus. As far as dental floss goes, Oral-B’s glide tends to top the list. With a strong nylon material to effectively remove plaque, this floss is gentle on the gums to prevent damage. Additionally, the waxy surface makes it easy to reach between tight spaces; plus, the floss is shred resistant with a clean, minty taste.
  • Dr. Tung’s Smart Floss. The smart floss has its name for a reason—it’s truly smart! When pulled and released, this floss expands to clear out a wider area between teeth. Moreover, Dr. Tung’s floss works quite excellently amongst large spaces. As per clinical reviews, the smart floss is 40% more effective at cleaning teeth than any other floss brand. With a number of fresh flavors, from cinnamon to mint, your Houston, TX general dentist recommends definitely trying this floss.
  • Oral-B Complete Deep Clean. Another Oral-B success is this the complete deep clean floss. The material also stretches, which makes this floss more flexible than most others. Furthermore, the floss comes textured to grip food particles and plaque with ease and the each piece is earmarked at the perfect length. This way you only use exactly what you need without wasting any floss.
  • Reach Total Care. This brand of floss seems to combine the best of the Oral-B complete deep clean and glide comfort plus. The stretchy, shred-resistant material contours between teeth with its micro-grooves. In other words, the floss contains microscopic grooves that allow lingering particles to latch onto the floss, which means a cleaner smile.
  • Oral-B Super Floss. The super floss works best for dental work, such as, braces and bridge work. The thicker design reaches below the gum line to pull out any food debris or plaque that’s started to accumulate. With a spongy material to bend and glide through teeth, super floss leaves your smile flawlessly clean.

Houston, TX Dentist about Proper Oral Care

For more information on proper oral care, talk to Dr. Gennero. She can provide a list of products that have been proven most effective for teeth cleaning purposes. To schedule an appointment with your Houston, TX general dentist, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Cough Syrup Can Cause Cavities, Says Houston, TX Dentist

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shutterstock_72001891-300x271Oftentimes, when children need antibiotics, the medicine is prescribed in liquid form, since most kids can’t swallow a pill. However, as an adult, you should opt for pill-based medicines whenever possible. Drinking cough medicine or other liquid-based medicines doesn’t bode well for teeth. In fact, frequent exposure to syrupy medication can lead to more visits to the dentist.

To teach her patients about the effects of liquid medicine on teeth, Dr. Deborah Gennero, the lead dentist of your Houston, TX dentist office, provides this blog post.

What’s the Link Between Cough Syrup and Tooth Decay?

When medicine was first introduced into the market, you had one choice: liquid, bottled medicine. It wasn’t pleasant tasting and the common remedy was to have a spoonful of sugar afterward. As time progressed, liquid medicine formula changed and became tastier and easier to take. With fruity flavors, like, grape, orange, and cherry, the days of cringe-worthy medicine were over.

Unfortunately, the improved taste was the addition of corn syrup and sucrose, which oral bacteria feed upon and inevitably leads to cavities. Additionally, syrupy medicines contain citric acid, which promotes the breakdown of tooth enamel. With prolonged use, the acidity combined with sugar can cause tooth decay.

Steps to Prevent Damage to Your Smile

In order stave off any damage to your teeth, take these precautionary measures when taking liquid-based medicines.

  1. Take liquid medicine during mealtimes rather than before bedtime to ensure your mouth has plenty of saliva to ward off the effects of the syrup.
  2. Rinse your mouth with water or chew sugar-free gum after taking the medicine. If it’s possible, brush your teeth and rinse with a fluoridated mouthwash.
  3. Whenever possible, your Houston, TX dentist office suggests opting for the pill-based version of the medication, which shouldn’t negatively affect your oral health.

Talk to Houston, TX Dentist about Liquid Medications

Before opting for medications, consider your oral health. Dr. Gennero can detail the dental benefits of taking pill-based medications rather than using the liquid variety. To schedule an appointment with our Houston, TX dentist office, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Facts to Know about Clear Braces, from Your Houston, TX Dentist

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shutterstock_45879607-300x200Patients who want a straighter smiles have probably looked into a clear braces alternative to traditional braces, such as Invisalign or ClearCorrect. If you’ve been looking for professional advice about either product, this article may help. Dr. Deborah Gennero, your Houston, TX dentist gives her patients a few facts about clear braces.

Some Quick Trivia about Clear Braces

  • No metal required. Almost everyone knows that with traditional braces comes metal brackets and wires. While many patients seek the metal-based route, many adults would rather a more subtle method to align their smiles. With clear braces, your orthodontic treatment goes practically undetected.
  • Completely removable. When a patient commits to metal braces, those components stay in place for at least a year—in more extreme cases, up-to three years. Having the metal brackets in place makes eating and brushing quite difficult. However, with clear braces, you can remove the aligners whenever you wish. Eating and brushing is effortless since you don’t wear aligners for those activities.
  • Reduced irritation. No metal means minimal irritation. When patients first receive metal braces, the components tend to cut and scratch their gums, cheeks, and tongue quite often. Yet, the clear aligners don’t pose that problem.
  • Less treatment time. Depending upon the patient, your Houston, TX dentist estimates that a clear braces treatment can take anywhere from nine to 15 months to complete. Furthermore, you’ll only require 18 to 30 aligners in that time.
  • See your smile before beginning treatment. Digital imagining takes a key role in creation the of your clear braces; since patients need to undergo a number of fittings and measurements before they receive their first set of aligners, a computer houses the final appearance of your teeth. This way, patients can view their smiles even before the treatment starts.

Ask Your Houston, TX Dentist If You Qualify for Invisalign Braces

If you’ve considered having clear braces to correct your smile, consult with Dr. Gennero. She can explain how this method of orthodontic alignment works and how long it should take you to complete treatment. To schedule an appointment with our Houston, TX dental office, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Learn More about Invisalign Braces, from Your Houston, TX Dentist

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shutterstock_100322954-300x241Do you needs braces, yet don’t want to suffer through metal brackets and wires? Then you should consider Invisalign braces. This clear alternative to braces is the most preferred method of orthodontic treatment amongst adults. Dr. Deborah Gennero, your Houston, TX dentist provides her patients with information about Invisalign braces.

What Makes Invisalign Different from Traditional Braces?

Traditional braces straighten teeth with semi-permanently bonded brackets connected to wires that require periodic tightening. While this method of orthodontic treatment is quite effective, it’s far from inconspicuous. Plus, adults who require braces, usually don’t want to suffer through two years worth of metal-based orthodontic care.

Invisalign is the clear solution to braces. In other words, rather than sporting brackets and wires, patients correct their smiles with a series of plastic aligners that look similar to a clear retainer. Throughout the treatment, you’re given a set of aligners that require replacement every two weeks. As the weeks progress, your smile slowly transforms before your eyes. Additionally, patients with Invisalign braces can eat and clean their teeth with ease, yet still receive the orthodontic care they require.

Disadvantages to Invisalign Braces

Though these clear aligners do provide a number of benefits, patients should know Invisalign does have a few limitations. These include:

  • Invisalign treatment tends to take longer than traditional orthodontic care does. Since the aligners require removal during mealtimes and general teeth cleaning, consistency is lost. Unlike metal braces, which stay in place, the clear aligners slow down progress during each removal.
  • Patients with nighttime teeth grinding or clenching habits tend to damage the aligners; traditional braces discourage the continuation those habits since the metal can cause damage to oral tissues.
  • For severely misaligned or gapped teeth, patients may require metal braces. Invisalign is meant for mild alignment ailments, such as: minor gaps, overbites, and underbites, and some crossbites. However, an openbite is an issue only metal braces can tackle.
  • Invisalign is more expensive than traditional orthodontic treatment. Oftentimes, insurance may not pay for Invisalign since it’s considered the more cosmetic option to braces.

Talk to Your Houston, TX Dentist about Orthodontic Treatment

For more information about Invisalign braces, talk to Dr. Gennero. She can explain how this method of orthodontic alignment works and how long it takes to complete treatment. To schedule an appointment with our Houston, TX dental office, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Houston, TX Dental Office Suggests Fortifying Foods for Your Teeth

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Aug
2013
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shutterstock_129173642-300x200Did you know that food can either improve or weaken your smile? In fact, healthier food choices not only make you feel better, your teeth become stronger and can fight off oral diseases more effectively. To teach her patients which foods to enjoy more often for a nicer smile, Dr. Deborah Gennero, your Houston, TX dental office dentist, recommends tooth-friendly foods.

Eat More of These Foods for a Stronger Smile

  • Fruits and veggies. Foods that have a high fiber content help maintain your smile cleaner and healthier. Fiber-rich foods, such as crunchy vegetables and fruits, require more chewing. The extra efforts causes your mouth to produce more saliva, which is the mouth’s natural defense against cavity-causing bacteria.
  • Dairy products. Enamel is the hardest element in your body and it’s made from two components: calcium and phosphorous. Dairy—especially cheese—contains high levels of calcium and phosphates, which helps remineralize your teeth. By incorporating more dairy-based products, you’re essentially creating a more resilient smile.
  • Teas. Do you like to drink green or black teas? If you do, then your teeth, alongside your body, benefit greatly. Both green and black tea contain polyphenols, which suppresses and even kill oral bacteria by eliminating the acidic qualities these have.
  • Sugar-free gum. Much like enjoying more fibrous food, chewing sugar-free gum stimulates saliva production to keep your smile in top-notch shape. Furthermore, the stickiness of the gum and chewing motion, removes some of the leftover food particles.
  • Fluoride-rich foods. Patients who enjoy bottled water over tap water, increase the possibility of cavities. Oftentimes, bottle water doesn’t contain fluoride, which is used to allow teeth to mend themselves at more microscopic level. If you’re concerned about the recommended amount of fluoride, talk to your Houston, TX dental office dentist.

Consult with Your Houston, TX Dentist about Proper Oral Care

For more information on healthy foods for your teeth, talk to Dr. Gennero. She can explain which foods benefit your smile the most and why. To schedule an appointment with our Houston, TX dental office, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Houston, TX Dentist Has Some Suggestions for Minimizing Morning Breath

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Aug
2013
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Everyone has a serious case of morning breath when they wake up. While eliminating it altogether isn’t entirely possible, you can reduce its intensity by making a few nighttime changes. Dr. Deborah Gennero, from your Houston, TX dentist office, offers her patients some tips for fresher breath in the morning.

These Tips May Help Reduce Morning Breath

  • Use non-alcoholic mouthwash. Many mouthwashes contain alcohol, which tends to cause a dry mouth. Oral bacteria thrive better in drier environments; therefore, to reduce morning breath, using an alcohol-based mouthwash isn’t the way to go. Instead, opt for a alcohol-free variety.
  • Rinse with baking soda. This makes your mouth more alkaline, which is helpful for killing off bacteria. To use this method, simply add a teaspoon of baking soda to a cup of water. Gargle with the solution, and go to bed without rinsing your mouth.
  • Breathe through your nose. Just like the mouthwash, breathing through your mouth cause the oral cavity to dry out. Plus, having an open mouth while you sleep allows dust and other allergens to enter the body.
    The main reason why people sleep with their mouths open is due to blockages in the nasal passages. Your     Houston, TX dentist office recommends using BreatheRight strips or clearing your nose with a NetiPot before going to bed.
  • Brush and floss. This tip is a no-brainer. Dentists always advise patients to brush and floss at least twice-a-day; however, brushing in the morning and at night is absolutely crucial. In the morning, your mouth is teeming with bacteria that accumulated throughout the night. If it’s left unattended, the bacteria has even more time to attack the soft tissues and your enamel, which leads to cavities. The same logic applies to the nighttime brushing.

Consult with Your Houston, TX Dental Office for Excellent Preventative Care

If you’re looking for exceptional preventative care for you and your family, visit Dr. Gennero. She can treat patients regardless of age or dental ailment. To schedule an appointment with our Houston, TX dentist office, call us at (281) 578-6200. Also, visit our website for services, patient forms, and to learn more about the team. We gladly welcome patients from Clear Lake, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugarland, and surrounding cities.

Houston Dentist Says Eat More Pumpkin

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Nov
2012
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shutterstock_114393424-300x200As fall progresses, the delicious foods and spices of the season make their way onto our tables and into our lattes. Just in case you thought pumpkins’ only purpose was to be carved and discarded after Halloween, your Houston dentist has compiled a list of the top ingredients that make the pumpkin an incredibly healthy choice for both your oral health, and your overall health.

What’s in a Pumpkin?

Before you stick a candle in your jack-o-lantern, take a look at the amazing bundle of vitamins and minerals this little orange gourd contains:

Zinc – Zinc contributes greatly to strong bones and teeth, and can help ward off osteoporosis. Recent studies have also found evidence that zinc supplementation in children can help ward off dental cavities by lowering the formation of plaque on teeth. Zinc is also known to help remove volatile sulfur compounds, the primary causes of bad breath. (more…)

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