February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! And this year, the theme for the month is “Defeat Monster Mouth.” The American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors the month-long observance and offers free downloadable activities and worksheets for kids that you can find here. At Prescott Dentistry,...
You may think that it’s okay to let your young kids’ oral hygiene slide now and then because they will eventually lose their baby teeth—this is actually a serious misconception. Developing cavities in baby teeth can have long-term effects on your child’s oral health and...
As a holistic dental practice, at Prescott Dentistry we understand that you value natural and preventative dental care. One of the best things you can do for your dental health is changing the way you eat. Try supplementing your diet with the following foods—not only...
Tooth sensitivity causes a sharp, shooting pain that lasts for seconds or even minutes. It can occur while you’re brushing your teeth, talking, eating, or drinking. If your teeth begin hurting and you don’t understand what might be causing it, talk to the dentists at...
Dental bridges are a common method for replacing missing teeth. In fact, several different types of dental bridges have been developed for use in various situations. Depending on the position of the replacement, the health of your remaining teeth, and the overall cost, you can...
While tooth fillings are a traditional solution for cavities, many patients are unaware of what happens when they get a cavity filled. For many patients, there’s understandable anxiety when they undergo a tooth filling procedure. There is, of course, nothing wrong with that, but understanding...
It often catches you off-guard the first time—you sip a hot or cold beverage and suddenly your teeth start to ache. Tooth sensitivity leaves us vulnerable to pain and forces us to adjust our lifestyles and eating habits. However, it can also be a warning...
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...
After a root canal, you might experience some temporary pain. However, the pain of a decaying tooth or infected tooth is much worse! Don’t let a fear of pain stop you from getting the treatment you need. If you’ve been troubled with a painful or...
You’ve probably heard over and over all about the havoc sweets can wreak on your teeth and oral health. But does sugar actually cause cavities? If you’re skeptical about the link between sugar and cavities, you’re not alone. It can be difficult to understand exactly...