Dental Tip - Healthy Brushing

Many of us don’t put much thought into brushing and can develop bad habits of improper brushing. When you brush your teeth, keep in mind these important tips to keep them healthy: (www.mayoclinic.com)

·         Brush your teeth at least twice a day. When you brush, don't rush. Take enough time to do a thorough job.

·         Use the proper equipment. Use a fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush that fits your mouth comfortably. Consider using an electric or battery-operated toothbrush, especially if you have arthritis or other problems that make it difficult to brush effectively.

·         Practice good technique. Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle against your teeth and brush with short back-and-forth motions. Remember to brush the inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your tongue. Avoid vigorous or harsh scrubbing, which can irritate your gums.

·         Keep your equipment clean. Always rinse your toothbrush with water after brushing. Store your toothbrush in an upright position, if possible, and allow it to air dry until using it again. Don't routinely cover toothbrushes or store them in closed containers, which can encourage the growth of bacteria.

·         Know when to replace your toothbrush. Invest in a new toothbrush or a replacement head for your electric or battery-operated toothbrush every three to four months — or sooner if the bristles become frayed.

Austin Teen Book Festival

As the largest teen book festival in the country, Austin hosts the 4^thannual Teen Book Festival at the Palmer Events Center September 29^th from 9:30 a.m – 5 p.m! Thirty-six of the most popular and acclaimed young adult fiction authors will be there along with 6 panels and 4 opportunities to listen to the authors speak about their books. The keynote speakers will include award-winners Neal Shusterman and Libba Bray. Shusterman is widely known for hisUnwind trilogy and Texas’ own Libba Bray is the author of 6 young adult novels, most notably Beauty Queens which was listed as Publishers Weekly Best Children’s Books 2011.

Other authors include Marissa Meyer, Leigh Bardugo, Scott Speer, Jesse Andrews, Ally Condie and many more! And the best part of the festival? It’s absolutely free! For more information including authors and the full schedule visit www.austinteenbookfestival.com

Back to School Dental Tips

It’s that time again! Summer has come and gone, but now we have to get our kids ready for a new school year. With the hustle and bustle of school supplies, schedules, and after school activities don’t forget the health checklist. A dental exam is on the top of many parents’ back to school checklist.  One of the main causes why children miss school is because of a toothache. There are several things you can do to keep your child’s teeth healthy in between dental visits.

1.       Brushing- Look for a tooth paste with fluoride in it and brush for at least 2 minutes

2.       Flossing- If your child does not have all of their permanent teeth, brushing usually takes care of the flossing part. Flossing becomes more and more important as your child grows and gets their permanent teeth.

3.       Diet- Watching what your kids eat and drink can help keep their teeth healthy. Candy, sugar, and acidic foods can cause serious wear and tear on their teeth. Try to squeeze in crunchy veggies and swap out sodas and sugary drinks for water whenever possible

Lakeway Smiles wishes everyone a happy and safe school year!

Happy 4th of July Austin!

I’m sure everyone is excited about the mid-week holiday! In case you’re looking for a way to celebrate, check out The Austin Symphony Orchestra which features patriotic music, the 1812 Overture and spectacular fireworks over Lady Bird Lake.

 The ASO will begin performing at 8:30PM and fireworks will take place from 9:30PM-10:00PM. The event is free and open to the public located at Auditorium Shores. No matter how you plan to celebrate, Everyone here at Lakeway Smiles would like to wish you and your family a safe and happy 4^th of July. 

Flossing- the Triumphant Underdog

Everyone has heard that you should floss your teeth at least twice a day, but do you really know why? Flossing has key dental health benefits including cavity and plaque prevention, but it also has an impact on your overall health. Flossing regularly is closely linked with preventing heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular disease conditions. The reason for this connection is the plaque build-up in the mouth causes problems in the bloodstream, which may cause inflammation in the arteries, which then increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Flossing is one of the key areas of oral health that can be easily overlooked. Brushing and using mouth wash alone will not get the job done. So if you’re thinking about skipping flossing today, think twice. The extra couple of minutes it takes to floss can be a key to your overall health! Key benefits of flossing include:Getting rid of plaque Preventing Gum Disease Preventing Cavities Preventing Cardiovascular disease Better smelling breath Whiter Teeth If you have questions about your oral health, please contact our Downtown Austin Dental Office or Lakeway Dental Office. Dr Tejas Patel is a Dentist in Austin. He has been practicing Dentistry for the past 10 years.

LakewaySmiles adds second dental office location in Austin

Austin & Lakeway Dentist, Tejas Patel, DDS has just added his second location! Now Dr Patel has two dental office locations in Austin to better serve his patients. The Lakeway Dental Office is located in the heart of Lakeway, on 620, between Lohman's Crossing and Lakeway Blvd. The physical address is 1213 RR 620 South, Suite 205, Austin Tx 78734, in the Independence Title Bldg.
The Austin Dental Office is located in the heart of Downtown Austin. The physical location is 221 West 6th, Street, Suite 940 Austin Tx 78701, in the Chase Bank Bldg.
If you're looking for a Dentist in Austin, give us a call at the office location that's convenient for you!

New Year New Benefits

Happy New Year! With the New Year, there's always to want to get healthier. With the New Year for many of you, there is a renewal of your Dental Benefits and Health Spending Plans. Make sure you take care of any recommended work that you were waiting to take care of, now that you have more benefits that can be used. At Dr. Tejas Patel's Dental Office we work with a wide range on Insurance Plans to make quality dental care affordable and to help maximize your benefits. Please let us know how we can help you get to your goal of getting healthier. You can call our Lakeway and Austin Dental Office at 512 - 263-8337 or email us at lakewaysmiles@gmail .com if you're wanting to schedule an appointment.

Patient Reviews for Austin & Lakeway Dentist- Tejas Patel, DDS

Here's some links to patient reviews about our practice. Thanks for all of the support and awesome feedback we've been getting from our patients! We really appreciate the kind words!
1. Google reviews
2. Demand Force reviews
Check us out and see what others are saying about our Austin Dental Office and Lakeway Dental Office!

Austin Dentist to speak at local University

Austin & Lakeway Dentist, Dr Tejas Patel will be speaking to the Asian Health Professions Organization at the University of Texas next week. It will be Dr Patel's third consecutive year in talking to the organization. He will be talking about the dental profession and getting into Dental School. AHPO consists of students interested in persuing careers in Health Care.

Dr Patel helping with local charity event this weekend

Dr Patel has been a member of the Bee Cave Rotary club for the past several years. The Bee Cave Rotary is hosting their annual charity event, the Bites of Bee Cave, this Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 11am to 4pm. Visit the Bites of Bee Cave website for more details.

Find us on Facebook!

Find us Facebook. We have great information that we post and have some awesome giveaways each month! Click the link- Austin & Lakeway Dentist- Tejas Patel, DDS for more information and to "like" our page to get updated with our latest deals and giveaways! Last month we gave away a complimentary Zoom Teeth Whitening.

New videos added to our You Tube Channel

We just added a whole bunch of informative videos to our Lakewaysmiles You Tube Channel! Click on the link to learn more about our practice. There are new videos on Special Offers, Complimentary Consultations, Directions, How to Contact Us, Post op Instructions and more!

How to help with Central Texas fires

Our thoughts and prayers go out to those effected by the Central Texas fires. We're thinking of and hoping the best for those families in Spicewood, Steiner Ranch, and especially Bastrop, Tx. Thanks to all of our brave and courageous fire fighters and law enforcement that have been working around the clock. Here's a link on ways that you can help out. Dr Patel is a local Dentist that serves patients from Austin, Central Texas, Bastrop, Lakeway, Spicewood and Steiner Ranch.

Local Lakeway Dentist accepted into Leadership Lake Travis Program

Local Austin and Lakeway Dentist, Dr Tejas Patel was recently accepted into the Leadership Lake Travis Program with the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce. Congrats to Dr Patel! Check out the LINK to find out more!

Dr Patel featured in Lake Travis View

Dr Patel was recently featured in the Lake Travis View in their Healthy Living Section. He was one of the Dentists they interviewed for the article. Check out the link to read more! Dr Patel has been practicing Dentistry in the Lakeway Tx and Austin Tx area for the past 8 years.

Dr Patel volunteers at local LT Love Dental Care Event

Dr Patel and team volunteered this afternoon with LT Love's first Dental Care Day. LT Love hopes to make this an annual event! Dr Patel and other local Drs were able to see over 70 patients today. The patients were local Lake Travis school kids in need of dental screening and dental care. Thanks to LT Love and Dr Robinson for their support! We're looking forward to next year!

Resource for dental questions

We're excited to be a part of the Dental Find Network of Dentists. Check out www.dentalfind.com, to find out more about your dental health questions...be it general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and more! Dr Tejas Patel is featured as the Austin Tx Dentist and also the Lakeway Tx Dentist. The site is a great resource, so make sure to check it out to learn more about your dental health.

Pop Star Ke$ha loves teeth!

Pop Star Ke$ha is into teeth, check out this link for an article about her "fan tooth necklace."
We love teeth too! We love to help our patients get healthy and beautiful smiles! We provide cosmetic dentistry and family dentistry in our Austin and Lakeway Tx dental office! Remember, we love teeth, but please don't send us any!

Lake Travis Chamber 2011 Springfest!

Congrats to the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce for putting on such an awesome event yesterday with their annual Springfest. It was great to see such a large turnout and to see so many local business supporting the event. Congrats on another great year and great event!
Dr Tejas Patel is a current member of the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce and is a Dentist in the Lakeway Tx and Austin Tx area. Dr Patel offers family dentistry, general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, emergency dental care, dental implants, dentures, sedation dentistry, and much more! Dr Patel has been practicing dentistry in the Lake Travis, Lakeway and Austin Area for the past 8 years.

Dr Patel launches new Austin Dental Implants and Dentures site

We're excited about one of our new dental websites!
Visit www.austindentalimplantsanddentures.com to see what we're so excited about!
It's a new site that focuses on Dental Implants, Dentures, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Sedation Dentistry in Austin Tx and Lakeway Tx.
We've incorporated alot of cool You Tube videos as well from our LakewaySmiles Channel!
If you have questions about Austin Dental Implants, Dentures, Sedation Dentistry, or Cosmetic Dentistry, call us at 512-263-8337.