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When he became the first president of the United States, George Washington had only one real tooth left! You heard right…just ONE. Everyone has heard something about this great man and his dental history, but if you heard that Washington had wooden teeth, then you heard wrong.  This myth is totally false, and Dr. Meghna […]

Although you might think of your general health and your dental health as two separate categories, they are much more connected than the average Houston resident would suspect. Just like the information you provide to your doctor helps him/her keep your health in good shape, Dr. Meghna Dassani depends on your input for optimum dental health. We […]

Originally created for people that can’t consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in Houston in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, Dr. Meghna Dassani wants you to know which of these options are best for your dental and general health, so here are the facts about a […]

Currently a hot topic of debate among dental and health professionals, holistic dentistry has gained popularity in recent years, alongside the movement toward naturopathic medicine. Dr. Meghna Dassani at Dassani Dentistry wants Houston residents to understand the differences between the two approaches to dentistry, in order to make the most informed decision when choosing a dental health professional. What […]

Have you ever heard someone say, “It was worse than a root canal?” Most of us in Houston are used to hearing root canals compared some genuinely unpleasant circumstances, but Dr. Meghna Dassani DMD, would like set the record straight and talk about how root canals can do some serious dental good. As always, we are happy […]

Most of us were taught when we were kids that sweets like chocolate will rot our teeth. While this may remain true for some types of our favorite sweet snack, that doesn’t mean we have to take it off the menu all together. In fact, recent studies have found that dark chocolate, contains high percentages […]

Oral hygiene is the foundation of good dental health. Brushing and flossing regularly is the best way to keep your Houston smile healthy and clean. Consider this your personal tutorial on the art of dental hygiene, instructed by Dr. Dassani and the expert hygienists at Dassani Dentistry. If you have any questions or would like […]

Every Houston parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led believe they don’t have an impact on a […]

If you are looking for a dentist in Houston, you may have picked up on the fact that there are two types of dental degrees – DDS and DMD. Perhaps you’ve noticed that there are far more of one than the other, or maybe they are split 50/50. Either way, you’re probably wondering what the […]

As specialists in facial anatomy and esthetics, an increasing number of dentists are taking their skills into the world of Botox®. Often associated just with appearances, Botox® can be equally as therapeutic as cosmetic. Botox® is a purified protein that irons out wrinkles by attaching to a muscle and preventing it from contracting. (Muscle contracting […]