Since the emergence of X-Ray technology in dentistry in the 1950’s, patients have benefited exponentially. This is because professionals have been able to facilitate faster healing by gaining a greater understanding of what and where there are problems with the bone structures of the mouth, which is why your family dentist of Plano advocates taking X-Ray photos. He finds that this technological breakthrough that first appeared in the late 19^th century is still super effective in helping to deliver the best care. But the help that he can offer is contingent upon you taking advantage of your preventive dentistry visits. Learn why they are so important as you continue reading.

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Since the late 1990’s there has been an explosion in research in genetic science, and almost weekly there are new discoveries being announced. These breakthroughs have created ripple effects in almost any industry or profession that you can think of, including dentistry. Evidence of this is found in a recent study that has revealed that 60% of the risk of tooth decay seems to be related to genetics. Findings like these are game changers and foreshadow a whole new field, loosely being called genetic dentistry. The bottom line, though, is how does this relate to you and your oral health? As you continue reading, your family dentist of Plano will reveal the answers you’ve been looking for.

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