If you’re brushing your teeth twice a day during your orthodontic treatment, Dr. McCauley and Associates and our team think that’s wonderful! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every six months, or...
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Caring for Your Smile While Wearing Invisalign®
Getting your braces off is exciting. You’ve been working on your new smile for months or years, and it’s time for the trips to our Lufkin, Conroe, Bryan, Spring, Tomball, or Humble, TX office to pay off. Can you imagine how bad it would be to discover that...
Famous Dentists in History
Every six months or so you head down to your local dentist for a teeth cleaning, but have you ever thought that your dentist could one day be famous? Well, the chances are unlikely, however, there have been a number of dentists throughout history that have achieved...
I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, most of which does not contain fluoride, and children are no longer getting...
The Effects of Biting Your Nails
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids between the ages of ten and 18 have been nail biters at one time or...
Four Oral Health Issues Seniors Face
Oral health is an important and often overlooked component of an older person’s general health and well-being. Dr. McCauley and Associates and our team know that for many of our older patients, oral health can become an issue when arthritis or other neurological...
Misconceptions About Orthodontics
While everyone understands that a dentist takes care of teeth, not everyone is aware of what an orthodontist does. This confusion sometimes leads to misunderstandings about what Element Dental does for our patients and how exactly Dr. McCauley and Associates can help...
Happy Fourth of July!
Happy Independence Day from Dr. McCauley and Associates and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Americans love to celebrate the anniversary of our country's independence! Today we're...
Looking Back at the Old Days of Braces
Braces can be painful, but if you are a teen who loves being social, the worst part about them can be their look. They show up in your photos, and you will not be able to take braces-free photos for several months, or even years. The time will pass, though, and your...
What is nitrous oxide and is it safe?
Our team at Element Dental understands that the sights, sounds and sensations at a dental office can be unsettling for some patients. One effective technique that we use to comfort you is to offer the gas nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide is a common anesthetic used during...