Root canals have earned a bad reputation over the years, and most people shudder at the thought of having one. Did you know, however, that this treatment procedure has been widely misunderstood? This is because it’s not actually the root canal that causes your pain, but rather the infection inside your tooth. Root canal therapy actually relieves your pain, and preserves your natural tooth! Read on to learn more about how a root canal in Waco benefits you.

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There are few things that people dread more about the dentist than taking an impression. You may not know it by name, but you have probably had one before — the wet, cold thing you have to bite down on before braces or a dental restoration. Sound familiar? If so, we’ve got some good news for you. Dr. Wendy Winarick, your dentist in Waco, is working to make visiting the dentist better than ever, and that includes by offering digital impressions. Find out more about what that means below.

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There’s no doubt that technology is rapidly advancing, and it’s changing the way we do everything, from learning a new language to choosing your next brunch spot. Advances in dental technology are also greatly improving the level of care your dentist in Waco can offer. You want a dental team that takes advantage of modern, state-of-the-art equipment to provide more comfortable care. Patients of the Dental Station of Waco benefit from laser dentistry and digital impressions — tools that just aren’t available at other dental offices in our area. Keep reading to learn more about each, then schedule an appointment with Dr. Winarick today!

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You love watching HGTV – seeing the big reveal at the end of their home renovation shows always makes you grin. But when you do, your self-confidence suffers. You’re reminded of the chips and crookedness, and the discoloration from the coffee you drink. You’d love to upgrade your smile, but you’re worried about the cost. With affordable cosmetic dental treatment from the team at Dental Station Family Dentistry, we’ll make your smile beautiful and keep your wallet happy at the same time.

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At Dental Station of Waco, we support our local athletes in all sports and levels of play. We know athletics are especially important for young boys and girls, as they develop crucial life skills out on the field, court, or mat. We want to make sure kiddos have the tools they need to stay safe playing hard — that’s why we recently donated custom mouth guards to all Under 6, Under 8 and Under 10 kids playing on the Waco Elite Flag Football teams!
Community support and safety are big here at Dental Station of Waco, and custom sports guards help keep the Waco Elite Flag Football teams smiling healthily all season long. They come in two colors and are imprinted with the cool Waco Elite logo. From our whole team, good luck on the new season, and don’t forget to wear your protective gear! We’re all cheering you on here at the Dental Station of Waco.

Dental Station Family Dentistry is committed to helping you maintain your oral health. Our commitment involves more than just treating and preventing cavities. We want you to have complete oral health, which is why we are excited to announce our new technology to combat oral cancer—OralID Fluorescence Technology. With almost 46,000 Americans diagnosed with oral cancer each year, we know that early diagnosis plays a large role in a positive outcome. To help diagnose oral cancer early, we now offer comprehensive oral cancer screenings in Waco.
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It’s not “goodbye” but “see you later”. Dr. Robin Reed has moved to Denton to join her family and we wish her the best of luck. We appreciate her dedication and her spirit will be missed.