
The Replacement
Missing a tooth? Find out who is a good candidate for dental implants by calling Dr. Kevin Pollock in Rockwall, Texas, at 972-771-0400 for more information.

The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
Like many cancers, early detection of oral cancer is critical to successful treatment. Luckily, most dentists can perform oral cancer screenings as part of a regular checkup.

The Day After
Wisdom teeth removal is something many people experience in their lifetime. The majority of people who undergo wisdom teeth removal do so between the ages of 17 and 21, as this age is ideal for recovery and healing compared to

ALWAYS AVOID USING STRAWS FOLLOWING ORAL SURGERY
When you are recovering from oral surgery, you have a list of things you should do and a list of things you should not do. The problem that many people run into is if they don't understand why they are told not to

IS GUM CHEWING LEADING TO INCREASED JAW PAIN?
Gum chewing does lead to increased jaw pain when you are chewing gum for a long period of time. This repetitive movement of the jaw can cause problems. It is important that if you are having pain in your jaw

HOW TO MAKE YOURSELF A BETTER CANDIDATE FOR IMPLANT SURGERY
One of the best ways to replace lost, missing or damaged teeth is through dental implants. While many people assume that implants are an option for everyone, that is not always the case.There are a variety of reasons a person

WHY MOST CHOOSE DENTURES OVER IMPLANTS
There are numerous benefits to both denture and implants, just like there are downfalls. This is important to think about when you have a choice between dentures or implants. Our office provides you with the information you need, answers any

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING TISSUE GRAFT RECOVERY
A tissue graft recovery is something that you may hear about if you are having a specific dental procedure done in our office. Knowing what to expect during this procedure can put your mind at ease, while also ensuring that

WHAT CAN BE DONE TO ALLEVIATE SLEEP APNEA?
Millions of people suffer from sleep apnea. Many of them do not even realize it happens. Sleep apnea is a condition where a person stops breathing for periods of time while they sleep. There are different reasons that this can

TREATMENT OPTIONS WE CAN PROVIDE FOR SLEEP APNEA
Dealing with sleep apnea may seem like a lifelong battle. This is especially true with obstructive sleep apnea. This type of disorder occurs when the tongue or other tissue in the mouth is pulled back against the throat, blocking airflow
