Have you ever wondered what we mean when we talk about dental plaque? This is an important topic because plaque and tartar buildup on your teeth can lead to gum disease and tooth decay. At Prescott Dentistry, we believe in holistic, preventative dental care. Read...
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...
We know you do your best to prevent cavities. But do you really understand how you get them? Cavities are permanent holes that form in the teeth when bacteria eat away at the layers of your teeth. For optimal dental health, it helps to know...
If you’re like most adults, you know that brushing your teeth is important, but you may not put much thought into your toothbrush or how to best take care of it. Don’t overlook your toothbrush—it is working hard to keep your smile bright and beautiful!...
We all know that vacation is for relaxing and forgetting about our daily responsibilities. But don’t put your oral health on the back burner. Follow these simple travel dental care tips from our team at Prescott Dentistry to stay on top of your oral health...
Unfortunately, cold and flu season is quickly approaching. Our staff at Prescott Dentistry wants you to stay as healthy as possible this winter. But if you do get sick, here are some tips for staying healthy during cold and flu season in Prescott! 1. Keep Your...
Halloween is quickly approaching! With all the tasty treats looming in the near future, you may be worried about the amount of sugar you and your family will be consuming. We know it’s hard to avoid candy altogether, and we want you and your kids...
It can be easy to overlook one very important part of your oral health care routine: taking care of your tongue! 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...
At Prescott Dentistry, we get it: flossing feels like a chore. But you know what’s even more bothersome than having to floss your teeth every day? Bad breath. If you’re suffering from bad breath (halitosis), you may have realized how it never seems to go...
In our last blog post we talked about the benefits of flossing. So now that you’re aware of the importance of flossing, we can discuss proper flossing technique. You might think it’s pretty self-explanatory, but if you’re flossing too aggressively you can damage your gums....