Exploring Advanced Dental Implant Solutions with Dr. Priyanka Kulkarni For Dr. Priyanka Kulkarni of Dental Depot’s Arlington office, where she is is where she was meant to be. From her first introduction to dentistry at her childhood orthodontist to her new role as partner-owner of Dental Depot’s seventh DFW location—the first woman to be offered a partnership, no less—Dr. Kulkarni has been passionate about helping patients rediscover their confidence through quality dental care. Over the last 10+ years, she has continued to expand and develop her skills to provide more options to more pat ..read more

The Most Common Challenges During Invisalign Treatment and How to Overcome Them For more than 20 years, Invisalign has been an easy and effective alternative treatment to traditional metal braces for straightening teeth and improving bite and alignment. Through a series of clear plastic trays made from a multi layer polymer, Invisalign uses patented SmartTrack technology to deliver gentle but constant force so that teeth can slowly but accurately shift into a more desirable position. However, while Invisalign is a great option for patients who are looking for a more discreet and natur ..read more

How to Handle a Dental Emergency Even with the best in preventative care, dental emergencies can still happen and they’re never convenient. A tooth might get knocked out or broken during a game, an annoying toothache could start throbbing, or a stubborn mouth sore just won’t go away. No matter what’s going on, whether it’s you or your child, all you want is to feel better, but wondering if your dentist is open, how soon you can get in, or how far you’ll have to drive can make an already stressful situation worse. At Dental Depot of DFW, we understand the stress and hassle of dental emergen ..read more

Making Sense of Obstructive Sleep Apnea For Dr. Rosa Nguyen, a dentist at Dental Depot DFW, her profession is personal, stemming from early experience volunteering as a dental assistant and a lifelong passion for helping people. With nearly 20 years of experience in the profession, she is dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)—a sleep-related breathing disorder—and Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders. Dentists: The First Line of Defense Dr. Rosa’s focus on OSA and TMJ began with a focus on Invisalign® treatment during her first fe ..read more

How Our Dental Membership Plan Works “We’ll send you a bill in the mail.”  You dread those words you’ve heard at countless doctor or dentist’s offices. If you don’t have insurance, you know that bill is going to be insanely high. And even if you have insurance, if you haven’t met your deductible yet, what you owe is likely going to put a major dent in your budget.  This is just one of the many reasons to consider using a membership plan, especially for dental services.  Keep reading to find out more about dental membership plans, and how our plan works.  What is a d ..read more

Saving on Dental Care: Exploring Insurance and Discount Plans Good oral health is the foundation for good overall health, and getting routine dental care like cleanings, oral exams, and restorations such as fillings and root canals is a critical part of making sure your mouth and your body stay healthy. However, millions of people forgo regular dental services, often because of cost, increasing the risk of poor health outcomes. When they can’t see a way to afford quality routine dental care, people are less likely to take their children to the dentist, seek dental care for themselves, or a ..read more

How Much is a Root Canal With and Without Insurance Most of us take our teeth for granted until they start to hurt. Once a toothache begins, it can be distracting at best and debilitating at worst. What’s more, when your toothache doesn’t respond to over-the-counter medication, you may be left wondering how you’ll focus on work, get to sleep, and get the pain to go away. The first step in treating a painful tooth should always be to call a dentist. Unfortunately, many people avoid doing this out of fear the dentist will recommend a root canal. Root canals are standard, routine oral proced ..read more

Toothaches: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments What is a toothache or tooth pain? Tooth pain, also known as a toothache, occurs when the nerves within or surrounding a tooth become inflamed or irritated, resulting in discomfort. What are the symptoms of a toothache? Toothaches are often characterized by one or more of the following symptoms: Pain resulting only when pressure is applied to the tooth or when you bite down Swelling around the tooth or of the jaw Fever Headache A foul taste in the mouth caused by drainage from the infected tooth Sensitivity to cold or heat  Tenderness or ach ..read more

No one’s smile is perfect, but embarrassment or fear of being judged by their dentist keeps millions of people from seeking the dental care they need for good oral health. However, this anxiety is largely unwarranted; most dentists have entered their profession because they are passionate about helping people achieve better health and their most beautiful smile. They see patients from all walks of life with all stages of dental conditions, so, chances are, whatever you’re nervous about isn’t new to them. Here’s what your dentist really thinks when… You hide your smile: “I can help!” From ortho ..read more

How much do dental crowns cost? Dental crowns are a reliable and common dental treatment because of their durability, longevity, and effectiveness in protecting the underlying tooth. With good care and oral hygiene, dental crowns can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years or longer, and, by protecting or replacing a tooth, they can help prevent bigger, more expensive problems like root canals, dental implants, bone deterioration, and gum disease in the future.  The cost of a dental crown is primarily determined by the type of material used and the type and extent of any procedures needed to pre ..read more