Your permanent teeth are just that—permanent. They need to last for the rest of your life, and taking good care of them now will help you keep them strong and white. But cavities aren't the only thing you have to worry about as a teenager....
If you’re experiencing mouth pain from an open sore, you likely have a canker sore. Whether or not the pain will quickly go away on its own depends on if the canker sore is simple or complex. Simple canker sores are very common and typically...
Can waterpiks damage gums? Traditional string floss is the most effective method of flossing. However, patients with arthritis or metal braces can have trouble manipulating string floss. Luckily, a water flosser like the Waterpik® is a great alternative when string floss isn't an option. But many...
Although rates of smoking have decreased significantly, research from the CDC shows that 14 out of every 100 adults in the US still smoke cigarettes. Most of us are aware of the effect that smoking can have on overall health, but many don’t stop to...
There are many reasons for dental pain, and none of them should ever be ignored. Tooth pain is not normal. If your teeth hurt, it's for a reason. And if you ignore your pain, the problem is only going to get worse. We explain the...
Back-to-school is always a busy time, with shopping for new clothes, shoes, and school supplies, plus meetings with teachers and visits to the doctor for vaccinations. But if you forgot to schedule your kids' back-to-school dental checkups, it's not too late! Dental exams and cleanings are...
When your teeth start to hurt, you may assume that you've developed a cavity or other dental problem. But tooth pain can actually have a variety of causes, and they don't all stem from tooth decay. If you're also experiencing ear pain—especially if only on...
Pregnancy affects every part of your body as you experience major physical changes. And your dental health can change because of pregnancy, too. Hormonal shifts, morning sickness, and other factors all make your teeth and gums become much more vulnerable during this time. Below we...
When you take a holistic approach to dentistry, as we do here at Prescott Dentistry, prevention takes priority. We aren’t your typical drill-and-fill dentists. We take your entire lifestyle into consideration, because many dental problems can be avoided by making a few small changes to...
When it comes to fluoride, there is a lot of controversy. While the use of topical fluoride does strengthen the enamel, at Prescott Dentistry, we understand that many of you have concerns about ingesting fluoride. Water is one of the biggest sources of fluoride ingestion...