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read moreLocated in Pasadena, Texas, Laughlin Dental is committed to offering personalized, stress-free dental experiences for all clients who walk into our state-of-the-art facility. Whether you need a routine cleaning or cosmetic dentistry, our compassionate dental professionals make your health and comfort their top priorities. Discover why clients and their families choose Laughlin Dental for high-quality oral care. Looking to switch dentists? Perhaps you haven't had a dental visit in a while. Whatever the case may be, Dr. Laughlin and his team will be happy to see you.

read moreMany of us have needed restorative dentistry at one time or another, whether it was just a quick filling or several dental implants. No matter the case for you, Laughlin Dental has experience in a range of restorative dentistry techniques to give you back the smile you deserve. These techniques can include any diagnosis, treatment, or preventative care that contributes to keeping the tooth fully functional and aesthetically beautiful. Our team provides several services to our patients who need tooth restoration.

read moreAn endodontist is a dentist specializing in procedures involving your teeth's soft inner tissues. You need these services when you undergo root canal therapy, for example. For such treatment, you visit your dentist at Laughlin Dental in Pasadena. Before your root canal, your dentist uses a visual exam and x-ray imaging to examine your tooth's decay and evaluate the need for this important, tooth-saving procedure. Your root canal usually requires a second dental visit after diagnosis, to allow time and preparation for the treatment.

read moreMany Laughlin Dental clients choose Invisalign teeth straightening over traditional braces. These modern teeth aligners provide comfortable straightening without the stigma, pain, or hassles of wires and brackets. Clear plastic aligner trays are almost invisible and allow you to correct your bite and smile while still enjoying the foods you love. Clear plastic aligner trays are almost invisible when worn, as they are made of smooth plastic custom fit to your teeth. Beyond invisibility and unlike traditional braces, these smile correction trays don't pinch, poke, cut, or tug at your oral tissues.

read moreCould you use a set of traditional braces to get your best smile? Perhaps your teeth are perfectly aligned, but you suspect your child would benefit from braces. Whatever the case for you and your family, Laughlin Dental is here to cater to your orthodontic needs. We specialize in traditional braces: metal, wire-based devices that help move misaligned teeth into place over time. Our team in Pasadena, TX is known for being compassionate and friendly, and we'll make your orthodontic experience much more comfortable and streamlined.

read moreDental X-rays give your dentist a clear view of your teeth, soft tissues, and bones of your mouth, teeth, and jaw. In fact, these imaging studies take place in your dentist's office and only use a small amount of radiation. They show cavities, bone loss, wisdom teeth, and other important features your dentist cannot see during a dental exam. Moreover, these X-rays show your progress or condition after dental treatments. X-rays of your teeth and other oral structures find problems in your mouth, such as tooth decay, bone damage, and dental injury.

read moreGum disease, called periodontal disease by dentists, causes inflammation of your gums and potentially even bigger problems. In fact, those more serious issues include bone loss, tooth loss, and even bigger health problems like heart disease. Gum disease has three stages, including gingivitis, periodontitis, and advanced periodontitis. However, your best defense against this common problem starts with regular dental exams at Laughlin Dental. You may have heard about gum disease. However, do you understand its causes?

read moreYour dental needs affect your whole body. Therefore, keeping up with your needs is critical. Unfortunately, many people avoid going to the dentist at all costs to their own oral health. Sedation levels include minimal, moderate, deep, and general anesthesia. Minimal sedation keeps you awake, yet relaxed. Moderate sedation, however, involves a higher dose of anesthesia. Deep sedation takes you to the edge of consciousness, while general anesthesia will put you completely to sleep. For this type of sedation, you breathe nitrous oxide with oxygen through a mask over your nose.