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Lip Service
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

When you think of the doctor, you naturally think of your teeth. But your dental professional is concerned with more than the teeth, as important as they are. All aspects Read more
What’s the Big Deal about Sleep Apnea?
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

What’s the big deal about a little snoring during the night? Or feeling a bit drowsy during the day? Or an occasional bout of insomnia? If your sleep problems are Read more
Is a Loose Tooth a Lost Tooth? Not Necessarily!
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

When we were small, a loose tooth wasn’t a reason to be worried. On the contrary! It was a time to celebrate: A permanent tooth on the way. A sign Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Cynthia Overholser, a brighter smile is quick and easy! Given the Read more
What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

It’s easy to miss a dental appointment. Life and duties intervene, and suddenly you have to push your appointment back once, then again, or forget about it. We get that. These Read more
DIY Cures for Bad Breath
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

Are you afraid to open your mouth because you have bad breath? You’re not alone bad breath or Halitosis happens to everyone, at one time or another. If you have Read more
What to Look for when Choosing a Mouthwash
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

Mouthwash is important for more than just keeping your breath fresh and smelling great. Combined with other forms of dental hygiene, it can help prevent plaque, cavities, gingivitis, and other Read more
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

the doctor and our team at Cynthia Overholser will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can affect Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 22, 2022.

At Cynthia Overholser, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the LAKE JACKSON, Texas area Read more
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.

Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more
What is biofilm?
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.

Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Energy Drinks and Dental Health
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.

Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Cynthia Overholser ask us this question, so here’s the scoop. Energy drinks have been on the rise, taking up Read more
How to get Brighter Teeth for Life
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.

Have you ever wondered why some people have dull and yellow teeth, while others have bright, white smiles? It’s not luck. Everyone’s teeth naturally dull over time because of aging and Read more