When we visited the dentist as children, we were always rewarded for a cavity-free mouth, or were urged about the importance of brushing and flossing if our mouths were not so cavity-free. That urging came because especially when we’re kids, our mouths are full of...
Tooth sensitivity can be a jarring experience and can affect one or several teeth out of nowhere. It’s the most common when you eat or drink something hot, cold, sweet or sour, and even a quick spurt of cold air can set it off. The pain can be sharp and jab deep...
Looking for fun activities to do with your little one for Valentine’s Day? Your Mesa dental office has compiled a list of crafts and activities that, with just a few simple materials, you ad your child can have a fun and creative Valentine’s Day this year! Make...
Your Mesa family dentist has the training and expertise to take care of the needs of every member of your family. Today, we’re giving you some tips on how to care for the more furry members of your family, too. Taking these steps will make brushing a lot easier for...
Since we were young, we’ve all been warned of the dangers of not flossing. We’ve been told horror stories of the consequences of not flossing and and we all know the dangers of tooth decay, but why do so many of us still have trouble with adopting this all-important...
With the start of the New Year, you’ve probably made a few resolutions. Many people’s resolutions center on having a healthier lifestyle; they resolve to lose weight, start exercising, quit smoking, etc. One resolution that we think you should consider is achieving a...
There is no doubt that football has become a mainstay of youth sports in America. It is also one of the roughest, and kids need a lot of equipment to protect themselves while playing. They need helmets, gloves, pads, eye black and cleats, which are all important, but...
Endodontic therapy, or a root canal, is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. When the nerve of the tooth becomes infected or the “pulp” of your tooth becomes damaged, your dentist removes the diseased tissue from inside the...
Everybody wants beautiful pearly whites but as you age there are several factors that can dim the shine of your chompers. If you are a smoker, drink sugary soda or haven’t been diligent with your home care your teeth might become yellow or discolored. But have no...
It’s fairly common knowledge that sugar can junk our teeth over time – is natural sugar any different? Let’s see if we can clear the air regarding this dental debate. First of all, what is ‘natural’ sugar? Natural sugars are unrefined sugars, the type commonly found...