Did you know the Boy Scouts of America is one of the largest youth groups in the United States? To date, the Boy Scouts of America has had more than 2.4 million children participate. The organization has troops all across the United States, with different...
Patients often wonder which foods in their diet will positively or negatively affect their teeth. With an almost endless number of unhealthy snack choices available, it may be difficult to identify snacks that won’t harm teeth. Fortunately, our staff are available to help Prescott Dentistry...
A chipped tooth is much more common that you might imagine. With proper care our teeth are very resilient, but they can become weakened with age, or by poor dental habits, or by any sort of trauma, like a sports injury or an accident. A...
At Prescott Dentistry, it’s our goal to offer excellent dental care and give you a strong, confident smile. As we serve you, our patients, we’ve noticed there are certain recurring concerns that have surfaced as topics of conversation. So this week, we would like to...
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...
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...
In our last post, we gave you an overview of Ayurvedic medicine and ayurvedic dental care. In today’s post, we’ll explore some Ayurvedic dental tips that you can use at home, if it happens to be something you’re interested in. You may even find that...
Not only is green tea delicious and good for the soul, but research suggests that it benefits your oral health as well. Green tea contains compounds called polyphenols, a unique kind of antioxidant that can reduce inflammation and fight plaque-causing bacteria. At Prescott Dentistry, we...
Xylitol is a lower-calorie natural sugar substitute with a low glycemic index and fewer calories than sugar. Some research suggests that it can improve dental health, prevent ear infections, and provide antioxidant benefits. Xylitol is a common ingredient in products such as sugar-free chewing gum...