At Prescott Dentistry, we understand you have a lot of options when it comes to choosing a dentist for you and your family. While traditional dentistry just focuses on your oral health, holistic dentistry fundamentally understands that there is an important connection between your mouth...
Probiotics have become well known recently for their contributions to a healthy gut. However, new evidence is suggesting that they contribute to dental health as well. Although the FDA has not yet endorsed the medical use of oral probiotics, many studies have shown that probiotics...
Last week people all over the country were thinking about what they are thankful for—but did you know that practicing gratitude all year long actually has scientifically proven benefits? While it’s wonderful to count your blessings on Thanksgiving, cultivating gratitude throughout the year is an...
As a holistic dentist practice, our team at Prescott Dentistry believes in disease prevention and treating the root causes of dental issues. One of the best ways to keep your teeth strong and vibrant is through nutrition. What you eat—and drink—can have a big impact...
Amalgam fillings, which are silver in color, contain about 50% mercury along with other heavy metals like silver, tin, and copper. While the FDA maintains that these fillings are safe, in reality they release small amounts of mercury, which is exacerbated with chewing and with...
Junk food and poor oral hygiene aren’t the only things that lead to tooth decay. Your mouth is affected by what’s happening in the rest of your body. Diabetes, Sjogren’s Syndrome, and acid reflux are just some of the common health conditions that cause tooth...
If you are at risk for oral cancer, your dentist might want to perform an oral cancer screening. The best way to prevent oral cancer is to schedule screenings before the symptoms begin to show. At Prescott Dentistry, oral cancer screenings can be included in...
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...
People with braces often fear they’ll discover staining on their teeth once their braces are finally removed. Don't worry—you can prevent stains by making a few simple changes to your daily routine. At Prescott Dentistry we take pride in providing traditional and holistic dental care....
Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient system of traditional medicine that has its roots in India. It is based on the belief that our overall health and wellbeing comes from a fine balance between the body, mind, and spirit. While it has been practiced for thousands...