Many people wait until they have a toothache or other dental issue to see a dentist. Preventive dental care, however, is one of the best ways to maintain good oral health. Routine dental checkups and cleanings can often avoid problems like decay, oral infections, or gingivitis (early gum disease). If you live in Bedford, Texas, […]

Your tooth is composed of several layers. Each layer plays a role in supporting your smile. The enamel is the outer layer of your tooth, and its job is to protect your tooth from wear and tear from biting, chewing, and grinding your food. Although tooth enamel is highly resilient, it can suffer damage from […]

If you have had a dental emergency, you know how painful and inconvenient it can be. Dental emergencies can happen anytime and often when you least expect them. The good news is that emergency dental services are always available to help you when you need them. An emergency dentist is a dentist who is open […]

If it’s been a while since you saw a dentist or have never been, it’s easy to overthink what the process will be like. At Maegan Elam, DDS & Associates, we understand not all patients are comfortable with a dental visit. And since we don’t want anyone to miss out on dental care, we have sedation dentistry to […]

Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums that can lead to tooth loss. This infection can cause a host of issues within the smile and throughout the body. The infection that causes periodontal disease, also referred to as gum disease, can result in some serious problems. Not only can it cause the loss of […]

If you are experiencing a sudden dental emergency, it is vital that you know how to handle the situation. This includes situations such as dental fillings falling out from the tooth. When a patient has a cavity, they will need to have a filling placed to seal the tooth and avoid the entrance of bacteria […]

Replacement of missing teeth is vital to your oral health. Standard functions such as biting and chewing can become increasingly difficult and uncomfortable without all your teeth. Furthermore, our teeth help support the muscles in our face, and without them, it can cause you to appear older. Luckily, at the office of Maegan Elam, DDS […]

If the thought of going to the dentist stops you cold in your tracks, you are not alone. Millions of people suffer from dental anxiety, putting their oral health at risk. Fortunately, at the office of Maegan Elam, DDS & Associates in Bedford, Texas, we offer options for sleep dentistry that will calm your nerves […]

With so many options for replacing missing teeth, there’s no reason for anyone to put off restoring their smile any longer than they have to. At the office of Maegan Elam, DDS & Associates, we specialize in restoring beautiful smiles with all-on-4 teeth in a day implants. A consultation from Dr. Maegan Elam, your Bedford, […]

If you’re among the millions of people who suffer from dental anxiety, now you can experience stress-free dental visits through conscious sedation dentistry. There’s no need for you to struggle through your dental procedures. At the Office of Maegan Elam, DDS & Associates, Bedford, Texas, we offer safe and effective dental sedation options suited to […]

Practicing good oral hygiene is one of the best ways to prevent the need for dental restorations. However, if issues do arise, you want a dentist who can address the problem quickly and effectively to give you back a healthy smile. If you have a tooth that has suffered extensive decay or trauma, there are […]

Did you know that it’s estimated over 54,000 adults in the United States will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year? One of the biggest threats to mouth cancer is that they are often detected once they’ve advanced. One of the best tools dentists have in the early detection of oral cancer is to conduct […]