Jaclyn N Smith DDS PC

06/15/2026

This is why we try to save your teeth! Pulling a tooth is the cheapest option at the time but more expensive in the long run.

A missing tooth can set off a chain reaction inside your mouth.

When a tooth is lost and not replaced, the surrounding jawbone may gradually shrink because it no longer receives the stimulation normally provided by the tooth root. Over time, neighboring teeth can begin to drift or tilt into the empty space.

The tooth in the opposite jaw may also continue erupting because it no longer has a tooth to bite against. These changes can affect the way your teeth fit together and may make future treatment more complex.

This is one reason dentists often recommend replacing missing teeth—not just to restore your smile, but also to help maintain the health, function, and stability of the surrounding teeth and bone.

05/25/2026

We reflect and remember all who’ve served so you can stand where you are today! Happy Memorial Day!🇺🇸

05/10/2026

05/04/2026

We have a few openings tomorrow May 5th! Call 361-798-2766 if you are in need of a good cleaning and exam!

04/30/2026

Do your teeth seem yellow or dull? Want to whiten them up? We have you covered in less than 2 hours! Call us to get your smile brighter!😬 361-798-2766

04/26/2026

This past week was Administrative Professional Day! I can’t say enough about our genuinely compassionate ladies! Whether you see Debra at the front or Lisa and Mary at times. They help keep the office running smoothly and make our patients feel welcomed. Thank you to these awesome ladies that greet you with a smile and leave you with a smile!

04/16/2026

Please make sure your child is brushing and using the waterpik! Braces are expensive enough! The cost to repair the damage done when they come off can be double! Kids need to be reminded no matter what age!

Braces can fix your teeth alignment—but without proper care, they can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease.

Orthodontic brackets create plaque traps around every tooth. If cleaning isn’t precise, bacteria build up along the gumline and around brackets, leading to early white spot lesions (demineralization), cavities, and inflamed, bleeding gums. What may look like “just stains” during treatment can become permanent enamel damage once the braces are removed.

That’s why oral hygiene during braces matters more than ever. Cleaning around brackets, between teeth, and along the gums isn’t optional—it’s what protects your enamel while your teeth are moving. Straight teeth are important, but keeping them healthy is what truly defines a successful result.

04/13/2026

Parents! Lots of kids walking around with grade 3 and 4 Tonsils! Does your child snore, gag easily, have a speech issue or grind their teeth? Please take a flashlight and look at their TONSILS! Majority of the issue is enlarged tonsils causing airway obstruction which then leads to narrow arches and malaligned jaws(underbite or open bite). Your DOCTOR WON’T refer your child to the ENT unless they have had lots of throat infections. They are missing a bigger problem! Your DENTIST refers you because they see an issue that starts at an early age and will cause problems as your child ages. In some cases, the ENT finds your child has severe sleep apnea that has to be addressed prior to removal. It’s scary to find out that your child’s sleeping habits could cause a true medical emergency. Bringing your child to the dentist is not just to check their teeth. It’s an overall check of the surrounding tissues and lymph nodes.
We recommend everyone in the family come to get a cleaning and checkup every 6 months.

04/12/2026

A big thank you to my Hygienists, Elizabeth and Kayla! They are so amazing and great with patients. They not only clean your teeth. They educate you! Your oral health is the gateway to your systemic health! Last week was Hygiene Appreciation week but we appreciate them daily! Thank your hygienist. She may save your life!

04/05/2026

May you rejoice today with family and friends and reflect on all your blessings!✝️