We understand that a dentist visit can bring some anxiety possibly due to concerns about pain, perceived dental shortcomings, or traumatic past dental experiences. No need to worry. Our caring and compassionate team will make you feel comfortable and explain all the options so that you can make an educated decision on all your dental care needs. We will work with you towards reaching the common goals of healthy teeth and a beautiful smile.

We practice preventive dentistry and dedicate considerable resources to patient education, thorough hygiene exams and cleanings. Quality restorative dental treatments preserve and protect your oral health and potentially preclude the need for expensive procedures. We do understand that some cosmetic and general dental care procedures may be expensive in such situations, we present the trade offs between cost and effectiveness to equip the patient with necessarybackground to make an educated decision. We offer various payment options including CareCredit.

Going to the dentist means taking time out of your day. We make it easy! Our convenient office hours allow our patients to find a time that works for their schedule. While some clinics may only be open three or four days a week, we are open Monday through Friday, and every other Saturday! Our office sits within Medical Plaza, making sure there is no confusion on where to go.

Dr. Durga Devarakonda leads the friendly, knowledgeable team of trained professionals at DD Family Dentistry of Carrollton, a family dental practice conveniently located in the historic town of Carrollton, TX. Dr. Durga obtained her undergraduate degree in Biology Summa Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts in 2004 and her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2011. She started her career at a Pediatric Dental Clinic before transitioning to other practices specializing in General Dentistry and Geriatric Dentistry. This unique background gave her the opportunity to serve patients ranging in age from 1 year to 100 years old!

Dr. Durga is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Texas Dental Association (TDA), Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) and North Texas Dental Society (NTDS). Dr. Durga and her husband live with their two young children in Frisco, TX. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, volunteering, and spending time with family and friends.

We dedicate lot of time and resources to patient education, thorough exams and cleanings, and quality restorative dental treatments to preserve and protect your teeth and oral health. The staff at DD Family Dentistry of Carrollton have the necessary training and experience in using the latest techniques and equipment to provide dental care of highest quality to our patients in a relaxed atmosphere.

North Texas dentist Dr. Durga Devarakonda knows that daily brushing and flossing supplemented by regular dental examinations and professional teeth cleanings are the best recipe for strong and healthy teeth and gums. We customize the optimum number of dental exams and professional cleaning to each of our patients. During each hygiene visit, we perform a comprehensive oral evaluation, including a gum disease evaluation.

We examine your gums and the bone near your teeth to detect signs of periodontal disease. This is important because medical research has linked gum disease to heart disease, stroke and diabetes. The research on these life-threatening problems now proves that gum disease needs to be treated early and effectively to prevent other health problems from developing. The American Dental Association (ADA) has estimated that 80% of the adult population has infected gums. The bacteria can be transported through the blood stream to vital organs such as the heart. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, 'periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases.'

The surface of the molars (back teeth) is made up of pits and fissures that trap food particles and bacteria. Without perfect dental hygiene, the bacteria stays behind, accelerating tooth decay and gum disease and because their dental hygiene routine is still developing, children are especially at-risk of cavities in the molars. Dental sealants can help.

These translucent coverings are painted directly onto the surface of the back teeth, where they act as shields for the vulnerable tooth enamel. Blocking out food particles and bacteria keeps the teeth healthy and cavity-free. Dental sealants are applied painlessly, and just take a few minutes after a routine checkup and cleaning. Well continue to check in on the effectiveness of the dental sealants in follow-up visits they should provide protection against cavities for about five years.

Do you frequently wake up with a headache or a sore jaw? It is estimated that 20% of adults suffer from bruxism (grinding or clenching of teeth), often due to stress. Daytime bruxing can occur, but the condition usually occurs during the night. If left untreated, the condition leads to excessive teeth wear and muscle fatigue in face and neck. It can also cause microfractures in teeth that can lead to weakening and breakage. Dr. Durga can make custom dental night guards that fit over your upper and lower teeth to minimize the damage due to clenching and grinding of teeth. Night guards also can help correct your bite by placing your teeth in proper position. Simply wear the guard as directed each night and rest easy, without the stress and trauma of teeth grinding and jaw clenching.

Most tap water sources in the US have been treated with fluoride, the mineral known for its significant dental health benefits. But if you and your family drink filtered or bottled water, you are missing out on considerable protection against cavities and infection. Dr. Durga will evaluate the health of your teeth and your risk of infection to determine whether or not you could benefit from a fluoride treatment after your regular checkup and cleaning. Applied topically in just a few minutes, fluoride can provide significant protection against cavities and infection for patients of all ages and children especially benefit from its use.

The majority of adults in the US are suffering from periodontal disease the condition that causes bleeding, tender, puffy gums as well as tooth loss and a host of health concerns. Your gums are the gateway to the rest of your body, so make sure you keep them healthy with regular hygiene at home and frequent visits to your Carrollton dentist, Dr. Durga.

After gum disease progresses to moderate levels, scaling and root planing (also known as a deep cleaning) is recommended. Scaling and root planing may be carried out over the course of three or four visits, and is often combined with antibiotic therapy for full healing.