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Periodontics is the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of periodontal disease, which is the inflammation and infection of the gums, ligaments and bones which support the teeth. As a general dentist, we treat both gums and teeth in order to ensure that you have the highest chance of retaining all or the majority of your natural…

If you are an athlete, a trip to the general dentist is in order before you start the game.  According to the American Dental Association, the majority of adult tooth injuries are due to playing sports.  Since most adults only play casually with friends, this means that even a pickup game of basketball or tossing…

If you are wearing dentures, dental implants are an alternative solution that look and feel like natural teeth. While dentures are practical and provide patients with the appearance of a full set of teeth, they never feel quite natural. Implants, on the other hand, feel the same as the rest of your teeth so there…

If you have teeth you are unhappy with, modern cosmetic dentists make it easier than ever before to attain the smile you have always wanted. If you need a self-confidence boost, want a more attractive smile, or are concerned about health risks due to crowded teeth, we can help. We provide a variety of cosmetic…

When you visit Sam Patel DDS, PA, we encourage you to ask plenty of questions. Your oral health is important, and as a family dentist, our goal is to help you maintain it. Our McKinney, TX staff are warm and friendly, and we believe that no question is a bad question. After all, the more…

If you have lost a tooth, we encourage you to visit our McKinney, TX dental office for dental implants. This is the most secure and durable way to replace a missing tooth because it is surgically placed. If you live or work in the 75069 area, call (972) 638-5848 to schedule an appointment with Sam…

If you want a more youthful smile, visit Sam Patel DDS, PA in downtown McKinney. We are a local cosmetic dentist office that can use a variety of procedures to turn your dull and tired smile into one that is simply beautiful. If you live in McKinney, TX or the 75069 area, we encourage you…

If you want information on professional teeth whitening brands, we encourage you to call and schedule an appointment. Things are changing all the time with companies releasing new and improved products. Visiting our office allows us to provide you with the latest updates. Still, there are a few things you should know about whitening your…

Have you heard of the term "Periodontics"?  If not, you are like many of our patients.  This area of dentistry focuses on the health of the gums.  It is not widely known, and so most people go about their oral hygiene routine without ever thinking about it.  In fact, if you were to ask most…

The idea of a family dentist is one that closely mimics the idea of a family general practitioner or doctor. Its success is also very similar because it relies on the same trust and relationship that family doctors and a family dentist have in common. We understand that nobody ever really wants to go in…

More people are getting dental implants than ever before.  This is because people around the country have discovered that they do not have to live with the stigma of tooth loss. Tooth loss can be extremely traumatic for some people, especially when the tooth loss happens at a young age. Dealing with the embarrassment is…

Visits to our general dentistry office are the one that we often describe as routine visits. Typically these are scheduled six months apart so that we can keep a careful watch on your oral health and ensure that you do not have any unforeseen problems with your mouth. Luckily there is a growing segment of…