Dentist Blog at Austin City Dental

Q: Can I use this blog instead of visiting a dentist?

Our blog is for education only and is not a substitute for an in-person dental exam or diagnosis. If you have pain, sensitivity, a broken tooth, or any concern about your oral health, schedule an appointment with a dentist in Austin, TX.

Q: How can I suggest a topic or ask a question for the blog?

If you have a suggestion for a future blog post, contact Austin City Dental and share your idea. We welcome patient questions and may turn your topic into an upcoming article.

Welcome to the Austin City Dental blog, your resource for practical tips on keeping your smile healthy and bright. Our Austin dentists share advice on preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, restorative treatments, and what to expect during your visits so you can feel confident about your oral health.

Latest Articles From Our Austin Dentists

Browse our newest posts below to learn about teeth cleanings, whitening options, dental implants, family dentistry, and more. If you have questions or are ready to schedule an appointment, contact Austin City Dental today.

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Fluoride In Drinking Water

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook November 1, 2024

https://www.kevinstock.io/health/health-dangers-of-water-fluoridation/

Apr162024

April 2024 Newsletter

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook April 16, 2024

Dear Friends, I hope you are enjoying this beautiful spring weather. I love this time of year with the flowers in bloom and the cool mornings. There are a couple of items I want to address so that we can take the best care of you. We see a lot of people…

Sep142023

TMJ Workshop

Patient EducationBy Dr. Cook September 14, 2023

Dear Friends, I have some exciting news. Earlier this year I was introduced to a local Physical Therapist that specializes in TMJ treatment. Her name is Dr. Ivonne Gonzales, DPT. Since then, we have been collaborating on cases and she has helped many of our patients find relief from TMJ pain and dysfunction. I…

Jun262023

Best Toothpaste Ever?

Preventive CareBy David Cook June 26, 2023

Dear Friends, I have been on a deep dive regarding toothpaste recently and I want to share with you what I have learned. When I told my wife I was doing this she asked if toothpaste is really necessary. My answer was twofold: 1) Toothpaste isn’t really necessary if you eat a Keto or Carnivore…

Fall Updates

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook October 3, 2022

Dear Friends, It sure was nice to feel some cooler air in the mornings this past week. I want to update everyone on a few items at the office. It may seem like overkill to some, but we continue to require masks for all people who enter our suite. If you don’t have one with…

Welcome Dr. Hernandez

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook July 12, 2022

Dear Friends, I hope you are all staying hydrated and as cool as possible during this hot summer. We have an exciting announcement: Dr. Melissa Hernandez is joining our team starting next week. She is taking the place of Dr. Jenny Perna who recently moved back to her home state of Florida. Dr. Hernandez started…

Mask Update

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook April 5, 2022

Dear Friends, As Travis County and City of Austin government announce that masking is only required in hospitals and clinical settings, we will continue to require masking at our office. Everyone will continue wear a mask when entering and exiting the practice, until we need you to remove it for clinical procedures. We have extra…

Amplify Austin

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook February 21, 2022

Dear Friends, Amplify Austin day is coming up soon to help many local charities raise money for their mission’s. The Capital Area Dental Foundation is near and dear to me because they help many underserved people in our area get the necessary dental services they otherwise cannot afford. If you are wanting to help their…

Low Cost Rx

Patient EducationBy Dr. Cook January 24, 2022

Dear Friends, I learned about a new website this weekend that was created by Mark Cuban, the billionaire owner of the Dallas Mavericks. The Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company was created to give every American better access to safe, affordable medicines. This is especially helpful for people without health insurance and those with high…

Happy New Year

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook January 6, 2022

Dear Friends, Happy New Year to y’all! Our team enjoyed time off between the holidays to spend with loved ones and recharge for the new year. I hope that each of you were able to relax and recharge also. We continue to ask that you call us from your car when you arrive for your…

Why Me?

Patient EducationBy Dr. Cook August 18, 2021

Dear Friends, I just read a great book called “Why Me? The unfair reason you get cavities and what to do about it.” I get this question a lot from patients, especially more mature patients that haven’t had a cavity in years. This book sheds a lot of light on the causes of tooth…

One Year Later…

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook June 23, 2021

Dear Friends, It is hard to believe that it has been over a year since we re-opened after being shut down for almost three months last spring. What a wild ride it has been! I wasn’t sure what to expect when we re-opened last June because of the virus and people’s reluctance to go anywhere,…

Team Additions +

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook April 22, 2021

Dear Friends, I hope this letter finds you well. We have some exciting news at Austin City Dental! Dr. Jenny Perna joined our team recently to help us continue to take excellent care of our patients and to allow us more freedom in getting people scheduled in a timely manner. Dr. Perna and I met…

Your Safety

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook March 4, 2021

Dear Friends, I’m sure everyone is aware of Governor Abbott’s recent decision to lift the statewide mask mandate starting next week. Many patients have been asking us if we will continue with our mask policy, as it currently exists. We will continue to require that anyone who enters our office wears a mask, until further…

Amplify Austin

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook February 11, 2021

Dear Friends, As many of you know, I am very involved in organizations that help people in our community that have dental pain and are unable to pay for care. For many years I have been involved with the Capital Area Dental Foundation (also known as CADF) here in Austin. CADF has provided charitable dental…

UPDATE: Toothpaste

Preventive CareBy Dr. Cook January 26, 2021

I realized that I left out some important information in my last email regarding toothbrush and toothpaste waste. The product I recommended (Bite toothpaste bits) does not contain fluoride and I know that some people want or need fluoride and some people prefer not to use it. I do think there is some value to…

Doing Our Part

Practice NewsBy Dr. Cook January 26, 2021

Happy new year to you all! I know we’re ready to put 2020 in the rearview mirror and start a new year with hopes of getting vaccinated soon and being able to see and hug loved ones again. I am continually grateful for the well-being of my family and our amazing team at Austin City…

What topics do you cover on the Austin City Dental blog?

Our blog covers preventive care, teeth cleanings, cosmetic dentistry, restorative treatments, and practical tips for keeping your smile healthy between visits. We also share updates from our Austin dental office and answers to common patient questions.

How often is the blog updated?

We update the blog regularly as our dentists and team see new trends, questions, or techniques that patients should know about. You can check back often or follow Austin City Dental on social media to see when new articles are published.

Can I use this blog instead of visiting a dentist?

No. Our blog is for general education only and is not a substitute for an in-person exam or diagnosis. If you have pain, sensitivity, a broken tooth, or any concern about your oral health, schedule an appointment with a dentist in Austin, TX.

Who writes the articles on the Austin City Dental blog?

Blog content is created with input from our dentists and clinical team to ensure accuracy and relevance. Articles may be written or edited by our team members and marketing partners, but topics always reflect the guidance and standards of Austin City Dental.

How can I suggest a topic or ask a question for the blog?

If you have a question you’d like us to cover, contact Austin City Dental and share your idea. We welcome feedback from patients and may turn your suggestion into a future blog post.