Are you looking for a natural alternative to traditional dentistry? Holistic dentistry offers all the same benefits as modern dentistry, plus the extra bonus of focusing on your long-term, overall health. We hope this guide to holistic vs. traditional dentistry will help you understand what...
Baby dental care is the first step in developing a healthy oral hygiene routine for your child. You can begin just a few months after your baby is born, to help protect their gums and teeth and ensure a healthy smile. To start life off...
Biomimetic Dentistry is the philosophical and practical backbone we use here at Prescott Dentistry. Through numerous articles, we have explored the nature-mimicking elements biomimetic dentistry is comprised of. After all, earth's life has had millions of years of development to get to it's current evolutionary...
When do you need a crown vs. a filling? Usually only when there is extensive decay. If you have a badly damaged tooth or need a root canal procedure, you might have to get a crown instead of a filling. However, crowns are not always...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes painful joint inflammation. It can affect the joints in your hands, feet, knees, hips, and shoulders. But did you know that rheumatoid arthritis can also affect your teeth, jaw, and overall oral health? Here's an overview...
There have been studies in the past examining the effect dental fillings have on toxic mercury levels in the body, but none as clear cut as the latest study from the University of Georgia. If you needed another reason to avoid traditional amalgam fillings with...
If you’ve done any previous reading on the Prescott Dentistry website, you are well aware that Dr. Thompson have one of the select few practices in Arizona that specialize in advanced biomimetic dentistry. So it goes without saying that it’s a priority of Prescott Dentistry...
We are proud to share with our patients the inclusion of our smile makeover winner in this month’s issue of Prescott Woman Magazine. Two years ago Nikki Seguin won Prescott Dentistry’s Smile Makeover Contest and according to the article, which you can read here, her...
The word “biomimetic” means “to mimic nature.” At Prescott Dentistry, we use this natural approach to restoring your teeth and maintaining your dental health. Using advanced bonding techniques and biocompatible materials, we can recreate the biomechanical function of any teeth that need restorations. Biomimetic dentistry is...
Temporomandibular joint disorders, more commonly known as TMDs or TMJ disorders, affect the joints and tendons that connect the lower jaw to the skull. These conditions can be excruciating and draining, so it’s important to recognize the symptoms and get treatment as soon as possible....