At Trade Winds Dental in Georgetown, we believe great dental care starts with prevention. And sometimes, a standard cleaning just isn’t enough. If you’re showing early signs of gum disease, a deep dental cleaning could be the solution. What Is a Deep Cleaning? Also known as scaling and root planing, this treatment goes… Read More…
Hearing that you need a tooth extraction can feel overwhelming, but at Trade Winds Dental in Georgetown, Texas, we prioritize patient comfort and care. Whether it’s due to damage, decay, or overcrowding, our experienced team ensures that your extraction procedure is safe, effective, and as comfortable as possible. Why Are… Read More…
Your Trusted Dentist for Senior Dentistry, Dentures, and Comprehensive Care When it comes to finding quality dental care in Georgetown, TX, look no further than Dr. Winegar and the team at Trade Winds Dental. We’re proud to serve both the residents of Georgetown and the nearby Sun City Community in… Read More…
If you’re a grown adult, you might wonder why you still feel those little butterflies in your stomach when you know it’s time for your next dental appointment. It seems like something so simple, and maybe you’ve been going to the same dentist in Georgetown your entire life. Still, we’re… Read More…
April is the month of spring showers, spring cleaning, and……. TAXES. If you haven’t filed your federal income taxes yet, you may be feeling the stress of tax time. One thing that we know well at at our Georgetown dental office is that feeling in your jaw and your head… Read More…
Our bodies rely on the vitamins and minerals obtained through what we eat in order to function properly. Our mouth and teeth are no different. The truth is, in order to keep our oral health in good shape we need to make sure we’re getting enough of the right vitamins…. Read More…
At Trade Winds Dental, we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is that coffee can be especially tough on your teeth because tannic acid (the substance that makes the dark color) etches into the… Read More…
When was the last time you paid Dr. Winegar a visit? If you’re like many people, chances are it was more than six months ago. We hear the reasons why people neglect regular dental visits all the time: lack of money or quality dental insurance, busy schedules, and fear. However,… Read More…
Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of biofilm. Bacterial infections may become resistant to antibiotics in part because the biofilm allows for communication among the bacteria, allowing… Read More…
Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD, is a type of contagious viral illness that causes a rash in the mouth and on the hands and feet of infants and young children, and, while rare, adults. Characterized by sores in the mouth and a rash on the hands and feet, hand-foot-and-mouth disease is… Read More…