Veneers for a Smile You Can Show Off

Are you tired of hiding your smile in pictures? Wedding season is just around the corner, which means the cameras will be out! At Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, we are helping our patients achieve picture-perfect smiles with dental veneers!

Dental veneers are fantastic for improving the look of just about every cosmetic dental imperfection. Veneers can improve chips, cracks, gaps, misshapen teeth, discolored teeth, and more. With no major dental work, a beautiful, perfect smile could be a reality.

Veneers are porcelain shells that are bonded to existing teeth. Removal of a small amount of enamel is all that is needed to prepare. After the teeth are prepared, we take impressions of your teeth so that a dental laboratory can create the veneers completely custom. These custom veneers will look and fit naturally in your mouth. You will wear a temporary set of veneers while your custom set is being created. Veneers are stain resistant and durable, so your new smile will look great for a long time!

If you have a dental imperfection that stops you from showing off your smile, do not hesitate to find out if dental veneers are right for you! To schedule an appointment with Greenville Family Dentistry of Greenville, TX, call our office at (903) 455-6701 or visit our website, www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com. 

Kids' Dental Supplies

Kids dental supplies are important for kids for a couple of different reasons. One, they are designed to fit a kid’s mouth better and provide better cleaning. Two, they get kids more excited about brushing and flossing. Here at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, we want all of our pediatric patients to learn about taking care of their teeth. Read on to learn about kids dental supplies and why they can be a big help!

Kids are not so easy to get into a good dental care routine. However, with cool toothbrushes that have their favorite cartoons on them or fruity-tasting toothpaste, they may be more inclined. There are tons of toothbrushes that have bright colors, cartoon characters, and even timers on them. Many toothbrushes, both manual and electric, play music that times your child. This helps kids brush for a full two minutes. In addition, you can let them pick out a fun-flavored toothpaste. Fruity flavors and bubblegum seem to be favorites. There is even flavored floss.

While the aesthetics of kids’ dental supplies may be important for getting them excited about dental care, the kids’ sizes are important, too. A toothbrush that is too big can miss areas of the mouth or be too hard for a child to control. Smaller ones help them reach every area of the mouth.

A home dental care routine is just as important as your regular dental cleanings. To schedule your child’s cleaning with Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call our office at (903) 455-6701 or visit our website, www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com. 

Cracked Tooth Syndrome

Having cracked tooth syndrome does not mean that you are accident prone when it comes to chipping or cracking your teeth. Although accidents happen, cracked tooth syndrome occurs when a tooth has a crack that is too small to show up on X-rays or is under the gum and challenging to identify. If you grind our clench your teeth you can increase your risk of cracked tooth syndrome. This is why it is important to talk to Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry about oral health issues if you have any and visit our office regularly for dental checkups.

Many people with cracked tooth syndrome have symptoms for months because it’s one of the most difficult dental problems to diagnose. To diagnose a cracked tooth, Dr. Christopher Emuedue will complete a thorough examination of your mouth and teeth, focusing on the tooth in question. How long pain symptoms last, depend on the location, direction, and extent of the crack and so does treatment.

If you experience pain upon biting or chewing, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Types of Teeth and Their Functions

It is our job at Greenville Family Dentistry to take care of your teeth and educate you as to why every single one of them is important. The numbers of teeth us humans have varies by age, however, we all have the same types of teeth. If you’ve ever wondered what these types of teeth are and the purpose they serve in your mouth, allow us to inform you.

The types of teeth and their functions are:

• Incisors – located at the front of the mouth, these teeth have a sharp biting surface and are used for cutting or shearing food into small chewable pieces.


• Canines – located at the ‘corners’ of the dental arches, these teeth have a sharp pointed biting surface. Their function is to grip and tear food.


• Premolars – Unlike incisors and canines, these teeth have a flat biting surface. Their function is to tear and crush food.


• Molars – The molars are the largest teeth in the mouth and they too have a large flat biting surface. The function of these is perhaps the strongest of all as they chew, crush, and grind food.

If you have further questions about your pearly whites, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Don’t Brush Your Teeth Too Hard

Brushing your teeth regularly is considered vital for healthy teeth and gums. However, if you’ve ever heard the expression that “too much of a good thing can be bad for you,” the same rule applies here. Known as “toothbrush abrasion,” over brushing can lead to sensitive teeth and receding gums. It’s important to use the proper brushing technique that our staff at Greenville Family Dentistry has taught you in the past, but it’s also important to use the proper tools.

The people who are most at risk for tooth or gum damage from over brushing are those who are particularly diligent about their oral care and those who use medium or hard-bristled toothbrushes. Toothbrush abrasion causes V-shaped notches in the lower third of the teeth near the gum line. Dr. Christopher Emuedue can examine your teeth to see if you have tooth abrasion or erosion. Once the cause of erosion or abrasion is determined and stopped, the process usually ends.

If you have further questions regarding your oral hygiene routine, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Dental Bonding

Patients in Greenville, TX with cracks or gaps in their teeth are turning to dental bonding to restore their smile. Dr. Christopher Emuedue of Greenville Family Dentistry has become the go-to local dentist for bonding procedures. Unlike veneers, which are manufactured in a laboratory and require a customized mold, bonding can be done in a single visit.

Dental bonding is not just used to repair teeth that are cracked or damaged, it is also used to repair decayed teeth, improve discoloration of teeth and even change the shape of teeth. The procedure for dental bonding is non-invasive and quite simple. Patients are not required to be sedated for the procedure. Dr. Emuedue will utilize a shade guide in the beginning to match the resin color to the natural color of your teeth so it looks perfectly natural.

After selecting the proper shade, Dr. Emuedue will begin the bonding process. It begins with abrading or roughening the surface of the tooth. The tooth will then be coated lightly with a conditioning liquid. This liquid will help the bonding material adhere to the tooth. Once the tooth is prepared, Dr. Emuedue will simply apply the tooth-colored putty and mold it to the proper shape and size. The material is then hardened with an ultraviolet light. The final step is polishing the area to give you a fresh, vibrant smile. The bonding process typically takes 30 minutes to an hour. When it comes to maintenance, bonded teeth should be treated just as your regular teeth. They can be stained by tea, coffee and cigarettes just as normal teeth so regular brushing and flossing is highly recommended.

If you are interested in this affordable, effective dental procedure, set up an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue by calling (903) 455-6701. For more information on dental bonding or any other procedures at Greenville Family Dentistry, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com.

Diet and Dental Health

To prevent cavities and maintain good oral health, your diet – what you eat and how often you eat are important factors. Changes in your mouth start the minute you eat certain foods. This is why it’s important to make sure that you are eating the right ones. Dr. Christopher Emuedue may not be able to monitor your diet, but he can tell you how yours affects your dental health and what foods to eat to keep those teeth healthy.

Bacteria in the mouth convert sugars and carbohydrates from the foods you eat to acids, and it’s these acids that begin to attack the enamel on teeth, starting the decay process. The more often you eat and snack, the more frequently you are exposing your teeth to the cycle of decay. The best food choices for the health of your mouth include cheeses, chicken or other meats, nuts, and milk. These foods are thought to protect tooth enamel by providing the calcium and phosphorus needed to remineralize teeth.  Other food choices include firm/crunchy fruits and vegetables. These foods have a high water content, which dilutes the effects of sugars they contain, and stimulate saliva flow that helps wash away harmful acids.

For more information about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.