If you have been told by a dental provider that you are in need of a dental crown, you may be worried about the cost and care of such a restoration. Dental restorations are sometimes needed to maintain a smile that functions at its best. A dental crown, or a “cap,” is utilized by a […]
Just like other parts of the body, your teeth need special care and attention to keep them clean, maintaining their appearance, and ensure that you have good oral health and wellness. This is why Dr. Paul Covell of Pasadena, TX encourages patients to take the steps necessary to maintain the health and beauty of the […]
Approximately 22 million Americans are impacted by sleep apnea, a condition that can cause patients to stop breathing hundreds of times in one night. This keeps the patient from reaching the deep, restorative sleep they need each day and can result in many symptoms related to sleep deprivation, including daytime fatigue, reduced memory and concentration, […]
While the year of 2020 was a blur with the global pandemic, 2021 is now your time to shine! If you have been contemplating improving the appearance, function, and health of the smile, Dr. Paul Covell highly recommends undergoing a smile makeover. Also known as full mouth rehabilitation, the smile makeover addresses a variety of […]
Are you prepared to make a New Year’s Resolution that focuses on your oral health? Do you want to improve your oral health and the appearance of your smile with the help of a Pasadena, TX area dentist? Many patients deal with certain habits that impact their oral health, or fail to make routine dental […]
Periodontal disease is an aggressive infection that impacts the smile in many ways. It can affect the smile by causing the loss of gum tissue, bone, and teeth. This infection is entirely preventable when patients take great care in maintaining a healthy smile. If a patient is developing the signs of periodontal disease, or has […]
While you were growing up, you probably heard repeatedly from adults that “sugar will rot your teeth.” Even though sugar is one of the leading causes of cavities, it doesn’t actually rot the teeth when you consume a single candy bar. However, it is important to know the effects sugar can have on the teeth […]
At the practice of Dr. Paul Covell, patients of the Pasadena, TX area can ask about a wide range of tooth replacement options available. In addition to traditional dentures and dental bridges, our team provides dental implants, which are a commonly requested solution to missing teeth. Dental implants are the gold standard in tooth replacement, […]
Missing teeth can affect many aspects of your daily life. Without all your teeth, it can be more difficult to enjoy your favorite foods or properly digest them because you cannot chew properly. Patients who have teeth missing near the front of the smile may also feel incredibly self-conscious about their appearance and avoid smiling […]
With one or several teeth missing, patients may develop several problems with their oral health. In addition to having a space left behind where the teeth have been lost, patients experience other issues including the inability to speak properly, changes in the way they bite and chew their food, and even shifting of the existing […]