Most teens care about the appearance of their teeth, but they may not be taking the necessary steps to care for their pearly whites. Teens generally lead very busy and active lives—their hectic schedules and increasing independence often mean they aren’t spending as much time...
Your tongue helps you speak, chew, swallow, and taste. It has 10,000 taste buds, and each taste bud has 50 to 150 taste receptors that allow you to enjoy your food. Believe it or not, your tongue also says a lot about what’s going on...
This week (June 15-21) is the observance of Men’s Health Week 2020. And it’s important to include oral health when talking about overall health. Men are less likely than women to seek preventive dental care and more likely to neglect their oral health, according to...
In our last two blog posts, we looked at some of the most common causes of tooth pain. In today’s post, we’ll look at some things you can try at home to relieve toothaches. As the leading holistic dentist in Prescott, our team at Prescott...
Recently, we shared some common kinds of dental emergencies and how to prevent them. As a holistic dental practice, we believe that prevention is always the best medicine. And the best way to prevent decay and other emergencies is through good and consistent basic oral...
If you suffer from jaw pain, you’re not alone—especially right now. It is a stressful time for many Americans and stress is one of the leading causes of jaw pain. At Prescott Dentistry, we understand how debilitating it can be so, in today’s post we’ll...
Believe it or not, stress can have a big impact on the overall health of your mouth. At Prescott Dentistry, we believe that the health of the body and the mouth are connected—that what’s happening in the mouth is a reflection of what’s happening in...
In light of the recent COVID-19 guidelines issued by the ADA, we are open for emergencies only. At Prescott Dentistry, we are asking that routine appointments be rescheduled in order to protect our staff and patients. You may be wondering what qualifies as a dental...
Like our bones, enamel can’t be replaced by the body once lost. The goal is to strengthen and repair the existing enamel and fortify areas that are just beginning to erode. Of course, the best way to protect your enamel is by preventing erosion in...
February is American Heart Month! As many of you already know, your oral health plays a key role in your overall wellness, including your heart health. Our team at Prescott Dentistry wants to keep you and your heart as healthy as possible. And in honor...