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If you have a dull smile, then you should consider getting new veneers from Hillcrest Dental Care in Waco, TX. Dr. Thrasher, a longtime smile expert, can use dental veneers to: Give you a beautiful new smile in just two visits. Boost your confidence level immediately. Improve your self-esteem. Make social and romantic situations more ...

Did you know you could have gum disease and not know it? It’s true – the early signs of gum disease are often not visible. But don’t worry. Dr. Thrasher and his dental crew at Hillcrest Dental Care can examine your gums and provide treatment if needed. We even offer the painless LANAP procedure to bring your gums back to health using a safe ...

With summer in full swing now, you may well be in vacation mode. It takes a lot of time and careful planning to pull off the perfect getaway. There are flights, rental cars, and hotels to book. Plus you need to decide on fun activities to do once you’re at your destination. But don’t forget about your smile during this time. You don’t ...

Anxiety doesn’t have to keep you from going to the dentist! With excellent sedation options and Dr. Thrasher’s gentle care, you can banish dental fear forever. It’s time you got the dental care your smile deserves. Sedation at Hillcrest Dental Care in Waco, TX will: Help you relax and feel comfortable in the dentist chair. Ease your ...

You’ve had your dental fillings for a while. They have helped prevent a new cavity from forming in your tooth. You appreciate that. You may not be quite as happy with how that filling looks. Metal fillings do a great job restoring the function of decayed teeth and reducing the risk of more decay in that same time. But metal fillings can ...

A beautiful smile and a relaxing visit. This is our slogan at Hillcrest Dental Care. It’s what we want to provide to every patient who walks through our doors. In the video below, Dr. Michael Thrasher explains what this means. Our focus is always on our patients. We take a total approach to dental care. We know that if we can help you feel ...

This summer, your picture probably will be taken a lot. In the age of social media, hundreds of people may see those photos. When they do, we want them to see your best and brightest smiles. Professional teeth whitening at our Waco, TX dentist office can give you the confidence to let anyone see your amazing smile. Get rid of the stains that ...

As many as 1 in 9 people are affected by this condition, and women are twice as likely to experience it as men, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. Today, we’re focusing on temporomandibular joint dysfunction. TMJ problems can affect people in many ways, and as we’ve just shown, they affect many ...

No matter how bad you think your teeth may be, you can have a reason to smile again. Full-mouth reconstruction and dental implants can restore the function of your teeth as well. Jason learned this firsthand. In the video below, he discusses some of his oral health issues as well as how implant-supported bridges worked for him. Today, he can ...

You want to keep all your teeth, right? Then, you need to take care of your gums, too. Periodontal disease or gum disease is the top cause of tooth loss in the United States. We hope you never let a gum infection get to that point. It’s why we encourage you to brush and floss daily, and it’s why we hope you will make regular ...