by Rauch Family Dentistry | Mar 23, 2016 | Oral Health
Called xerostomia by the professional name-givers, dry mouth occurs when saliva production is halted or inhibited. Dry mouth can be caused by several different factors, and it’s often an side effect of medication. More than being an inconvenience, a chronically dry...
by Rauch Family Dentistry | Mar 2, 2016 | Oral Health
Methemoglobinemia — quite the mouthful, isn’t it? But what exactly is this condition, and why should it concern you, especially in a dental setting? Methemoglobinemia is a rare blood disorder where an abnormal amount of methemoglobin is produced. Methemoglobin is a...
by Rauch Family Dentistry | Jan 13, 2016 | Oral Health
For several years, people have argued over whether or not fluoridation of public water sources is safe and has the best interests of the public in mind. Water fluoridation is the addition of chemical fluoride to community water supplies for the sake of reducing the...
by Rauch Family Dentistry | Nov 18, 2015 | Oral Health
While it’s a common belief that you should avoid dentist visits during pregnancy, it’s actually very important to continue to see your dentist and let us know that you are pregnant. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause some serious oral health issues that must...
by Rauch Family Dentistry | Sep 1, 2015 | Dental Health, Oral Health
If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, you are aware of the extra precautions you must take in order to maintain your health. You may not be aware, however, that your condition also has effects on your dental health. Here are some of the issues involving diabetes and...
by Rauch Family Dentistry | Jul 29, 2015 | Dental Health, Oral Health
It’s a common occurrence among women who discover that they’re pregnant to forego their regular dental checkup. A common belief is that going to the dentist while pregnant isn’t safe. Today, your Mesa dentist is here to debunk this myth once and for all. Not only is...
