Having a beautiful smile is a highly desirable attribute for many people. After all, it is often the first thing that others notice about you. If you are feeling self-conscious about your teeth, you may avoid smiling or feel uncomfortable in social situations. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry can help improve the appearance of your teeth and boost your self-confidence.

At Comeaux Dental in The Woodlands and Benders Landing, we offer a wide range of cosmetic dentistry services to help you achieve the smile you have always wanted. Our experienced dentists use state-of-the-art technology and techniques to address various dental imperfections, including crooked teeth, gaps, stains, and chips.

Mike Navolio is a long-time patient and supporter of Comeaux & Stonestreet Dental Group. To say we are proud of Mike and his team's work at Child Legacy is an understatement. We are proud to support these missionaries and the Child Legacy’s Clean Water Climb to the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

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One of the main objectives we have at Comeaux Dental in The Woodlands and Benders Landing is to educate our patients on better care for their teeth and smile.  We understand that, in many cases, some of the vocabulary used at the dentist's office is not in your day-to-day language.  We have put together a Dental Glossary for our patients to understand better the terms dentists use for their teeth and procedures.  

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Comeaux Dental of The Woodlands & Spring in Texas will take a deeper dive into the causes of cavities. This is for both parents of young children and adults who are interested in a better understanding of these conditions. Since there is no way to restore large amounts of missing or damaged teeth structure, treatment for cavities is focused on prevention.

What are Dental Caries (Cavities), and how do they work?

Dental caries, or Latin "rot", also known as tooth decay, or a "cavity", is a bacterial infection that results in the destruction and demineralization of the hard tissues (enamels, dentins, and cementum) of the teeth. Acid is produced by bacteria from food debris that has accumulated on the tooth's surface. The following factors can cause demineralization of teeth: Carbohydrates, plaque, and dry mouth are more common than factors that help to remineralize teeth (i.e. Tooth decay can occur due to the presence of saliva, calcium, fluoride, and saliva. Dental decay is the most common childhood chronic disease. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 60% of children will experience tooth decay before they turn five.

Is it time for a Smile Makeover?

Life can be hard work, so why not pamper yourself with a smile makeover?  Everyone likes to pamper themselves a little from time to time.  Is it time for you to think about a smile makeover?  We obviously recommend that all of our patients come in every six months for general teeth cleaning, gum disease check, and a quick visit with the dentist to ensure the overall health of their teeth and gums.  But we also offer all of the pamperings your teeth need to put that sparkle back in your smile.  

Comeaux Dental offers the best cosmetic services in The Woodlands, TX, and Spring, TX. Our experienced cosmetic dentists are specially trained to give you that bright, white smile you desire.

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When you have sensitive teeth, eating or drinking anything that’s not at room temperature can cause pain. You might even feel a throbbing sensation when a cold wind blows against your mouth. Tooth sensitivity is a common problem with many possible causes. Before delving into them, it’s important to understand the structure of the tooth.

Tooth Structure and Dental Hypersensitivity 

The inside of each of your teeth contains a material called dentin. The dentin has tiny tubules and nerve endings. Each tooth also has a hard-outer layer of enamel that protects the dentin located inside of the top portion of the tooth. We also refer to this part of the tooth as the crown. A layer of cementum protects the dentin that reaches down into the root portion of each of your teeth. The pain of tooth sensitivity occurs when the protective coating of cementum or enamel wears away from the dentin. Acidic, sticky, cold, or hot foods and beverages are common triggers for pain. 

Most people grind their teeth occasionally, whether they realize it or not. Fortunately, periodic teeth grinding causes no lasting damage to the teeth or jaws. It’s only when the teeth grinding becomes a habit that it also becomes a cause for concern. Medically known as bruxism, chronic grinding of the teeth can lead to long-term oral health complications such as wearing the tooth down to a stump, cracked or fractured teeth, loose teeth, infection, and more. These problems increase the likelihood of major dental interventions such as tooth extraction, root canals, dentures, implants, bridges, and crowns.

Why Do People Grind Their Teeth?

Perhaps you can relate to the feeling of experiencing so much stress that you instinctively grind your teeth as a means of coping. In fact, stress is the top reason that people develop this habit in the first place. It can also develop due to existing problems with your teeth and jaws such as crooked teeth, missing teeth, or a bite that doesn’t fully come together.

The end of summer has snuck up on us and it's time for back to school! Here are some important dates for the 2018/2019 school year in our area. Remember to make your dental appointments early to accommodate your child's school schedule.

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If crooked teeth make you self-conscious and hesitant to flash the world a big, radiant smile — innovative Invisalign treatment can change all that. Ideal for correcting a variety of teeth and bite issues, Invisalign clear aligners improve your smile using state-of-the-art technology and a customized treatment plan.

Shaping your new smile

Your initial consultation includes an examination and a painless, mess-free digital scan of your teeth that captures a precise and accurate 3D image. Special ClinCheck software lets your dentist fine-tune the position of every tooth in your mouth, mapping each tiny shift needed to create the perfect smile you’re seeking.

Star-Spangled Salute at The Pavilion: July 3, 2018

The holiday festivities begin on July 3 with the Houston Symphony’s Star-Spangled Salute at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The concert features a selection of patriotic favorites, American classics, sing-alongs and, of course, Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” complete with cannons from atop the hill. The concert begins at 8 p.m. at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, and admission is FREE. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. 

43rd Annual 4th of July Parade in The Woodlands: July 4, 2018

Get up early on July 4th, put on your red, white and blue to get a prime spot for the parade! The 43rd Annual 4th of July Parade in The Woodlands will begin at 9:00 a.m. with the singing of the National Anthem from the balcony in Market Street and Town Green Park. This year's theme is “United We Stand,” and more than 20,000 spectators are expected to line the streets in Town Center to watch over 150 entries, marching bands and federal, state and local dignitaries through the 1.3-mile parade route. The parade begins and ends at The Woodlands United Methodist Church, and some roads in the area will be closed during the event. Street performers will entertain parade-goers, and three additional DJ/announcer booths are placed around the parade route. Up to 11 community parade entry judges rate the entries to culminate with 12 parade entry awards. The parade and surrounding activities will take place rain or shine.

We are excited to tell you about Summer Specials at our new Spring location and new in-network insurance plans at Comeaux & Stonestreet Dental Group. 

Here are great summer deals currently available for new patients at our Spring location! If you have any questions about the specials or need to verify your insurance benefits, please call our Spring office at 281-419-3194. 

We are excited to share that we are expanding our Woodlands office, and we just celebrated 11 years. 

We’d like to announce to our valued patients that The Woodlands office is expanding! We are expanding our 2,500-square-foot office at 8008 Ashlane Way, Ste. 150, The Woodlands to a 4,300-square-foot space. The expansion will include 10 treatment rooms and should be completed by August. We hope to shorten wait times and accommodate your entire family.

In the past few decades, the practice of dentistry, on a parallel with other professional fields, has seen changes in marketing products and services to patients. More than ever, the public may come across advertising for discount specials.

When prospective new patients visit the dental firm for their special offers, they might leave with treatment plans filled with pricey recommendations. Sometimes, these recommended treatments are unnecessary.

Some risk factors for developing bad breath are controllable, such as smoking and choosing to eat certain foods. Others, such as developing certain diseases, may be outside of your immediate control. Typical reasons for this common oral health condition include:

Allergies: Several medications used to treat allergies can cause dry mouth, a problem commonly associated with bad breath. Post-nasal drip and sinus congestion caused by allergies can also contribute to the problem.

When you brush or floss, do your gums bleed? Or do you have bad breath or gums that are swollen, tender or red? If so, these are symptoms of gum disease, which is also called periodontal disease.

When it’s not treated, gum disease leads to losing teeth and other serious health issues. A recent study found that men with periodontal disease have a 14% higher chance of getting cancer when compared to those without this condition.