Dr. David Wilhite is a general dentist in Plano, Texas. He specializes in general and family dentistry as well as cosmetic dentistry including full mouth restorations. Our smile is one of the first things people notice about us. A white smile conveys youth and beauty. Whitening your teeth can take years off of your appearance [...]
Plano Texas Dentist
David H. Wilhite DDS, MAGD
5936 West Parker Rd, Ste. 1000
Plano, Texas 75093
Plano Cosmetic Dentist News and Information
Our motto is “Together we will create your new smile,” meaning we work together as partners. We’ve learned that an educated patient makes educated decisions, and we hope that these topics will increase your understanding of what is available to you while visiting our practice.
Advanced Yet Simplified Help for Jaw & Bite Problems
For many people the way their teeth fit together causes stress on the jaw muscles and joints. Numerous other people grind or clench their teeth. Regardless of the reason, a poor bite or frequent grinding or clenching can cause serious damage and pain to teeth, jawbone and the muscles and joints that control the jaw. [...]
Amalgams/Mercury Fillings – Why?
For years there has been debate in the dental profession regarding the pros and cons of using silver amalgam fillings, which contain about 50% mercury, to restore cavities. While it has not been proven scientifically that the mercuryiin fillings can harm you, we have chosen to not use silver amalgam/mercury fillings, as the technology involved [...]
Bisphosphonates
It has recently been found that a class of drugs called bisphosphonates has been responsible for areas of bone death or necrosis in the (mainly lower) jaw bones. These drugs are prescribed for the treatment of some cancers and osteoporosis. Aredia and Zometa are administered intravenously and are used to treat breast and prostate cancer [...]
Digital X-Rays
What We See Is What We Get To improve your care we’ve invested in a new way of looking into your mouth—a procedure that’s fast, and incredibly precise – digital x-rays. What’s even more amazing is that we get an image immediately that is large, clear, and accurate, right next to your chair…ready for discussion. [...]
Do Women Need More Dental Attention?
It’s official. Women and men are NOT created dentally equal. Of course, good dental hygiene habits are necessary for all people, regardless of gender. But growing evidence shows women may be significantly more susceptible to serious health consequences unless they maintain a truly vigilant home hygiene campaign against tooth decay and gum disease. In fact, [...]
Gum Disease: Serious But Treatable
At least 80% of the population has some degree of gum disease and most don’t know it. Gum disease is responsible for up to 70% of adult tooth loss, and it does not give clear warning signs that an untrained eye would notice. A dentist or hygienist must do a thorough and complete examination to [...]