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Family dentistry is about much more than making sure your kids have a great first dental visit. As your kids get older, their dental needs will change. Teenagers have some specific issues, which make regular dental checkups particularly important at this time in their lives. Take a moment to watch the short video below by the American Dental ...

When John moved to Laredo, he asked for recommendations for a local dentist. Based on what a co-worker told him, he started coming to Davenport Dental Group. Based on what he’s said in the video below, we think it’s fair to say that he’s glad that he found us. “They do a fantastic job from start to finish, ranging from the staff that ...

With the change in the weather, you can make a change of your own with smile makeover at our Laredo, TX dental offices. Each makeover is unique and based on your goals for your teeth. Dr. Dick Davenport discusses this cosmetic dental option in the video below. To get started on your new smile, schedule a visit to either of our Laredo, TX ...

Spring is nearly here, which makes this a good time to schedule a dental cleaning and exam. Follow it up with a teeth whitening treatment to get your smile looking its best. With warmer weather, you’ll be out and about more, and you don’t want plaque or stained teeth to hold you back. To request an appointment at Davenport Dental Group, ...

Paola A. lost her smile to save her life. When she underwent chemotherapy and radiation treatments, she lost teeth. We are honored that she trusted our team in Laredo, TX to rebuild her smile. “Here, they care about the way you feel, you look, and when everything’s said and done, they look 100 percent more beautiful than you’ll ever ...

In our previous post, we shared some of the common symptoms of gum disease. Today, we want to discuss some of the risk factors that make someone more likely to develop periodontal problems. We can and do treat gum infections and disease at our Laredo, TX dental offices, but we would prefer to help you prevent those issues whenever we can. We ...

You want a healthy smile, right? You want to keep all your teeth, right? Then you also need to take care of your gums. Gum disease is the top cause of tooth loss in the US. Thankfully it is something that can be treated and prevented. February is Gum Disease Awareness Month, which also makes this a good time to share some of the common signs ...

Don’t ignore the symptoms if you believe you may have an abscessed tooth. This is a condition that will not go away on its own and requires prompt treatment. A tooth abscess (or dental abscess) is a pocket of pus in your mouth caused by a bacterial infection. Abscesses can occur a the tip of the tooth root, in the gum next to the tooth root, or ...

Like a lot of people, Elizabeth isn’t a big fan of going to the dentist. However, that has changed since she became one of our patients. “They have patience with me and they take my feelings in consideration. They take their time with me,” she said. At Davenport Dental Care in Laredo, TX, our team does everything we can to help you ...

You are reminded every time you go to the dentist to floss between your teeth at least once a day. Every time you read about caring for your teeth, there’s a good chance flossing is mentioned. With all the constant reminders, you’ve gathered that flossing is important, but have you ever given much thought to why? At Davenport Dental Group, ...