Author Archives: Gregory D. Martin

About Gregory D. Martin

Over the years, I have successfully enhanced my dental knowledge through continuing education and relationships with other dental professionals. Our primary concern is with each patient's comfort and understanding.

HEALTH & BEAUTY EXPO

We are so thrilled to share with you this exciting event that will be held at our office in Grapevine. On June 9th from 11am to 3pm, we will have various services and spa treatments available to all at discounted … Continue reading

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The Mystery of Migraine Pain

Medical studies confirm that people who suffer from chronic headaches and migraines often clench their jaws causing intense muscular contractions under the scalp.  Many people are unaware they clench because it happens during sleep.  You can feel the muscles above … Continue reading

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Seven Reasons to Remove Wisdom Teeth

#1 Our jaws are smaller than our ancestors and wisdom teeth don’t often help with chewing or other functions. #2 Third molars often come in at odd angles, even sideways, and can cause your other teeth to shift and overlap. … Continue reading

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Stem cells and baby teeth

Stem cells are the body’s master cells that produce other cells and tissue. In 2003, stem cells were discovered in the pulp of deciduous teeth! You can have your child’s stem cells harvested from their lost baby teeth and stored … Continue reading

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Periodontal Disease = increase in Coronary Artery Disease

According to the Center for Disease Control, nearly 27% of all US deaths are a result of heart disease. Saving yourself from a heart attack could be as simple as good oral hygiene! Researchers have found that people with severe … Continue reading

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Dry Mouth

60% of medications cause xerostomia or dry mouth. If you suffer from this you should also avoid caffiene, alcohol, advil and mouth rinses that contain alcohol like listerine. Sip water frequently and use SUGAR FREE breath mints or gum to … Continue reading

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Teething Troubles

When your baby is teething she/he will exhibit some or all of the following signs about 4 days before the tooth breaks through the gums: irritability, biting and gnawing, gum swelling, rash on the chin, ear rubbing, drooling, decreased appetite … Continue reading

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A-HA! See What Daily Flossing Can Do For You!

  Did you know that daily flossing can add 3 years to your life?” Go to www.realage.com and take the quiz to determine your “Real Age”!

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We are So PROUD of our patients, The CUNHA Family!

On Saturday, 09/24, The Cunha Family participated in a Walk to Cure Diabetes to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. If you are not familiar with their daughter’s story here it is: Elise is Fred and Joanne’s almost 4-year-old girl … Continue reading

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