Denton County Living Well Magazine Fall 2015 | Page 20

Baby Boomers & Beyond: Smile Health

Feeling nervous?
If you dread dental visits, sedation care
might be for you. Most people who
choose sedation nap through their visit
and just need a ride to and from the
dental office. What’s best is that I can
often complete years of dental treatment
in a single visit.

Before

Mouth sores?
If a sore or spot sticks around more
than a few days it could be oral cancer.
When caught early oral cancer treatment
success is above 90-percent. If caught
late, your life is in danger. Get an oral
cancer screening; they are free in my
office with a dental cleaning visit.

Health condition?

How To’s for a
Healthier Smile
by Dr. Marc Whitmore

Your mouth is often the first thing
people see. Studies show 96% believe
an attractive smile makes you more
successful.

Loose or missing teeth?
See a dentist immediately to stop pain
and save money. If you have multiple
loose or missing teeth I offer new options
for dental implants and implant-secured
dentures so you won’t go home without
teeth.

For folks with diabetes, heart disease and
history of certain cancers it is especially
important to see a dentist with special
training because these conditions can
compromise oral health and change
the environment in your mouth. I have
completed postdoctoral course work
to provide dental care to people with
exis