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...
Here is a health related riddle for you: You sit down to a freshly cooked meal from the comfort of home – beautifully grilled steak and buttery corn on the cob, coated in a lovely bit of smoked paprika. You consume it all in a ravenous fit of hunger, you were wise...
How familiar are you with tooth enamel? You may know it’s a component of a healthy smile, but giving yourself a better overview can actually help you preserve it. Take a little journey into the world of encyclopedia with your good friends at Rauch Family Dentistry!...
How much do you know about custom mouth guards? What might seem like an inconvenience to your everyday life might actually be the key to protecting your oral health long term. We constantly threaten the integrity of our teeth without realizing it – from obvious...
