What Is the Scope of a General Dentist?

If you have some dental issues you may be confused about who to contact. You may be wondering if you need a general dentist or a specialist and you may be wondering what the differences are between them. The purpose of this blog is to alleviate that confusion. Who is a general dentist? A general dentist is a primary care... read more »

Understanding Your Dental Insurance

A report stating that the dental insurance industry generated $82+ billion dollars in the U.S. in 2020 is a pretty clear indication that dental insurance is here to stay. About 90 percent of employers with 500 or more employees offer dental benefits and about 50 percent of all companies offer dental coverage. Dental insurance is becoming a common health benefit.... read more »

Learning About Dental Crowns

Are you interested in learning more about dental crowns? If so, you have come to the right place! Dental crowns are used for many reasons in the world of dentistry. To help you understand more about dental crowns, our team here at Brent A. Spear, DDS in Fort Worth, Texas, is happy to give you more information about them and... read more »

The Truth About Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are common dental products that restore your smile. There are many reasons to choose to repair your smile with this restoration. A dental crown is an artificial cap that is placed over a damaged tooth to improve its health and condition. More reasons include: •To hold a cracked tooth together •To restore a broken or worn tooth •To... read more »

Keeping Your New Bridge in Your Daily Oral Hygiene Routine

The new bridge fitted by Dr. Spear effectively restores the full function, structure and appearance of a missing tooth. Even though your new bridge is not subject to tooth decay, it will still need to be cleaned and maintained in your daily oral hygiene routine. Hardened tartar from residual food particles and plaque buildup will greatly increase your chances of... read more »