Do you get frequent heartburn? Have you been diagnosed with GERD? If you answered yes, then you might want to talk to a dentist about how it's affecting your teeth. Acid reflux can be dangerous for your oral health. It erodes your tooth enamel, which makes...
Although they might not seem related, there's actually quite a close connection between good dental health and good mental health. As holistic dentists, we take your entire wellbeing into consideration. It's our job to recognize connections like the link between diet and dental health, or the...
A dry, sticky mouth is no fun. But dry mouth isn’t just uncomfortable, it also puts your teeth at risk. Without enough saliva to rid your mouth of harmful bacteria, excess plaque can quickly build up on your teeth. Luckily, there are many at-home remedies you...
Did you know that high blood sugar levels can cause dental problems? If you have diabetes, you'll need to take extra care to protect your dental health. Even though conditions like dry mouth and gum disease are more common in people with diabetes, they can...
Dry mouth—it might not sound like anything to be worried about, but having a chronically dry mouth can lead to some serious dental problems. Your saliva plays an important role in protecting your teeth and gums. It neutralizes acid attacks, washes away food debris, and...
It’s no secret that heavy drinking isn’t healthy, but did you know that alcohol can damage your teeth? From causing weak enamel to dry mouth, alcoholic drinks can have many negative effects on your teeth and gums. Here’s what drinking alcohol can do to your...
Do you suffer from dry mouth? Chronic dry mouth could be having a negative affect on your dental health. At Prescott Dentistry, we are committed to helping our patients the best oral health possible. Understanding the causes of dry mouth and the best methods of...
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...
As we age, our bodies and health needs change. This is true when it comes to dental health as well. At Prescott Dentistry, we want you to help you with the prevention, maintenance, and treatment of the conditions that come along with these dental changes...