You’re sitting at dinner with your family, and you have so much to say. Your grandchild has just started high school, and you can tell they are a little overwhelmed by everything. You just want to let them know that everything is going to be alright and that they shouldn’t take anything except their studies too seriously. You’d love to reassure them, but you can’t because you have to chew your food extremely slowly due to your dentures. They’ve started slipping and sliding a lot lately, and the last thing you want is for them to unexpectedly fall out of your mouth in front of everyone. You know you could help, but your dentures are holding you back.

Have you ever had an experience like this where your dentures limited your ability to speak or eat? If so, you’re like millions of other Americans who are in need of a better denture. Fortunately, modern-day dentistry has stepped up to the challenge and developed a solution called implant-supported dentures, which offer a security and strength unmatched by any other dental prosthetic. (more…)

What can you get for under $100? Certain kitchen upgrades, watches, and… your new dentures? It’s true. Dr. Parker is excited to offer your beautiful, natural-looking tooth replacement for just $80 per month. You can enjoy a complete smile once again, at a price you are comfortable paying. And we will also provide you with the initial consultation at absolutely no cost to you. Dr. Parker knows too many older patients don’t seek the dental care they need, and he wants to make denture care as affordable as possible. We think a free consultation and an easy-to-understand payment plan are a good start.

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You may not think too much about oral cancer — awareness surrounding the disease remains low, even as diagnoses are on a dramatic rise. The need for regular screenings is higher than ever. So who is the dentist near me performing oral cancer screenings? It’s Dr. Charlie Parker — and he wants you to know professional examinations are just part of what you should be doing for your oral health. You can also give yourself screenings at home. Keep reading to find out how.

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While the tooth enamel usually forms without issue, a number of things can go wrong while it’s still in the “development” phase during childhood. From minor cosmetic effects to serious issues including teeth that do not appear at all, the consequences of disordered tooth enamel vary in seriousness, but all require treatment. Two common issues that can affect the tooth enamel include hypoplasia and hypomineralization. Dr. Charlie Parker wants parents to know about the effects of enamel disorders — learn more about these common issues below.

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Bacon. Bacteria. And… migraines? You may be surprised to learn that there is a connection, according to a study from the American Society for Microbiology. Your “dentist near me” has the facts in this week’s blog post!

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Being over 50 certainly has its perks. You’re old enough to truly have some life experience, you’re confident in who you are, and you still have plenty of living ahead of you. Of course, physically, aging can definitely have its challenges, especially when it comes to your dental health. Taking care of your teeth is even more important as you get older, so today, your Marshall dentist, Dr. Charles Parker, is going to discuss 5 common oral health problems for patients over 50, as well as what you can do about them. (more…)

You’re having a perfectly normal conversation with your friends and take a sip of water. You’re immediately ripped out of the moment as you feel a shooting pain in one of your teeth. This tooth has been feeling more and more sensitive lately, and you think you might have a cavity. You’ve had them before, but they never hurt this much. What can you do? For people with painful cavities and injured teeth alike, Dr. Charles Parker can use dental crowns in Marshall, TX to relieve your pain in just a few visits. Today, he is going to talk about what they are and how they can help someone just like you. (more…)

You simply want to make your smile look better, but you find yourself reading for hours about dozens of practices online who all offer cosmetic services. What makes one practice better than the next? How can you truly know they’ll be able to give you what you want? Pretty much any dentist can claim to be a cosmetic dentist, but it takes a specific kind of training to balance both the skill and the art required to give people a perfect looking set of teeth. How can you tell if a doctor has this expertise? Simple, just follow these 3 simple tips, and we’re sure you’ll see why Dr. Charles Parker is the right choice to be your cosmetic dentist in Marshall, TX. (more…)

Your implant dentures were supposed to be the last set that you would ever need. The doctor told you that they would fit comfortably and you’d never have to take them out, and they would even make your mouth healthier. Unfortunately, you still feel the same denture pain every day like you did with your traditional ones. What is causing this, aren’t they supposed to be different than regular dentures? Today, your dentist in 75670, Dr. Charles Parker, is going to share 4 reasons why your implant dentures might be bothering you. (more…)

You were never one of those people who tried to fight the ageing process. You chose to do it gracefully. You embraced it when your hair became mostly gray, or when your smile lines became more noticeable. Of course, this doesn’t mean you don’t care about your appearance at all. The only thing that bothers you are the wrinkles around your mouth. You aren’t about to go to a plastic surgeon or try some new miracle cream that doesn’t work, so what can you do? Did you know implant supported dentures could be the solution you’re looking for? “The dentist near me can help my wrinkles?” you’re probably asking. Yes, and we’re going to tell you how today. (more…)