Is it a toothache or a jaw disorder? Is it both? In order to find long-term relief, you need to get to the bottom of what’s causing your discomfort. Continue reading to learn whether a TMJ disorder could be the cause of your tooth pain,...
Prescott Dentistry is known across Northern Arizona for offering a natural approach to dentistry. Wherever possible, we choose holistic alternatives over invasive procedures or chemically-based products. As an office that promotes biomimetic dentistry—the use of practices and that mimic the natural structure and function of...
If you’re feeling congested on top of having a toothache, a sinus infection could be the culprit. Sinus infections can cause a wide range of symptoms, including tooth pain. But in order to relieve your discomfort, it’s important to know whether your toothache is from...
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....
Sometimes it’s 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 that allow...
Even if you brush every day, floss regularly, and see the dentist for regular cleanings, there’s always a chance of tooth decay setting in because of lingering bacteria. If you’re looking for a way to remove bacteria from your teeth naturally, there are several methods...
Did you know that your tongue is one of the main indicators of how things are working in your body? By spending just a few minutes looking at your tongue each day, you may be able to discover issues that you would not notice otherwise. Prescott...
Diabetes is a serious disease that impacts the entire body, including your mouth. High blood sugar levels can have a significant effect on your oral health, however, this aspect of the disease is often overlooked. In today’s post, we’ll take a look at 6 ways...
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...
Seeing a dentist for regular checkups is an important part of living a healthy life. But did you know that when you come to Prescott Dentistry for your biannual checkups, we do more than just clean your teeth? We also help keep your mouth cancer-free....