Are you struggling to find a job, because of your lack of computer skills? Or, do you know someone who has been hindered in his or her job search, because of a lack of confidence behind a keyboard? If so, the Joel D Valdez Main Library in Tucson is offering help, in the form of a Job Help course, that will run from 9 a.m. to 12, noon, on Thursday, September 8, 2016. This is a great opportunity for job seekers in the Tucson area to receive free yet invaluable training from a qualified computer instructor. (more…)
Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?
Has the slight discomfort you were feeling for months, now, recently transitioned into extreme dental pain? Does it hurt so badly that it has become difficult to chew comfortably, or even to smile confidently? If so, you may have an infected tooth. While tooth infections can be painful and they are certainly not something anyone wants to be diagnosed with, they don’t have to mean the end of your smile as you know it. In many cases, endodontic care, like root canal treatment, makes it possible to save an infected tooth, and to prevent the spread of the infection. So stop delaying treatment, for fear of what it will entail, and instead find out if root canal therapy could be the solution your smile needs! (more…)
Could Veneers Be Right for You?
Have you spent years feeling insecure because of imperfections with your smile? Even a few flaws can make it difficult to smile confidently. If there are several noticeable imperfections with your teeth, it can be nearly impossible to want to show your smile publicly, much less to have it photographed. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry makes it possible to hide many dental imperfections, and to reveal a more beautiful smile. That can lead to increased confidence, which can help in many aspects of life. So if you are tired of wasting time feeling insecure, and are ready to find out how a beautiful smile could improve your confidence, it is time to talk with a cosmetic dentist about how porcelain veneers could help give you a smile that is picture perfect! (more…)
Simple Tricks for a Healthier Smile
Do you ever find yourself wondering if it is possible to keep your smile healthy between dental visits? Whether you have struggled with numerous cavities in the past, are concerned by your teeth’s seemingly dingy appearance, or have recently been diagnosed with gum disease, whatever motivation you have for taking better care of your smile moving forward, the good news is that it is possible to maintain great oral health. You just need to be diligent about caring for both your teeth and gums, through a combination of daily hygiene, a healthy diet, and of course, regular preventive dental visits! There are actually a number of surprisingly simple ways to care for one’s smile. (more…)
Cavity Treatment Can Be a Beautiful Thing
Is your morning routine of enjoying a hot cup of coffee with your coworkers, suddenly being interrupted by uncomfortable sensitivity? Did your attempt to share an ice cream cone on your last date night leave you wincing in pain? If so, you could be struggling with a dental cavity. Cavities affect nearly 90 percent of the adults in America. Fortunately, treatment is often quite simple, and in many cases it is able to offer both fast relief and even cosmetic benefits, as well. That is because modern dental fillings can be made to both protect a tooth made fragile by a cavity, while also improving the smile’s overall appearance. So if you are ready to stop struggling with sensitivity and discomfort, when trying to enjoy your life, it is time to talk to a dentist about the beautiful way he or she could help restore your smile! (more…)
Conquer Your Fear with Help from Tucson Toastmasters!
Are you tired of letting your insecurity about public speaking hold you back in your professional life? Do you have concerns you’ll be overlooked for an upcoming promotion, because of your inability to communicate clearly when in front of a crowd? If so, it is time to learn how the international organization, Toastmasters, could help you overcome your fear of public speaking, and actually come to enjoy the act of entertaining a crowd. Tucson Toastmasters meets every Tuesday at noon, giving you ample opportunities to learn from other locals, as well as the many resources the organization provides to its members, all to help them become excellent orators! (more…)
Shine On with Professional Teeth Whitening
Are you embarrassed because your once pearly white teeth are starting to look dingy, instead of vibrant and shiny? Most people experience some degree of staining over time, which can lead to insecurities about showing off their smiles. Fortunately, cosmetic dentists offer a fast and efficient way to help reverse most staining, leading to visibly brighter teeth, and more confidence to go with them. Professional whitening treatment is just one way a cosmetic dentist can help you shine on, with a dazzling smile you will be proud to show off, once again! (more…)
Could Your Favorite Health Foods Be Bad for Your Teeth?
Is this year the first time you have fully committed to eating healthier and exercising, in an attempt to take better care of your body? For people looking to create healthier lifestyles, there are a number of seemingly promising products that can help in that effort. From energy bars to protein-packed smoothies, it can even be overwhelming, at times, trying to navigate the numerous seemingly healthy products at the store and gym. Fortunately, your preventive dentist can offer some helpful insight about which of these products are actually good for both your bodies and your smiles. (more…)
Do You Need a Dental Prostheses to Complete Your Smile?
Most people remember the joy they felt the first time they lost a tooth? Whether it was because they knew the Tooth Fairy would visit soon, or simply because they were excited to reach such an iconic rite of passage, it was thrilling for them to look in the mirror and see a noticeable gap between their teeth. Unfortunately, when adults lose teeth the emotions are just as strong, but rarely as positive. In fact, most adults feel a mix of frustration, embarrassment, and even anger, upon tooth loss. That is because having an incomplete smile as an adult can make it difficult to chew comfortably, and even more difficult to smile confidently. Fortunately, modern restorative dentistry makes it possible to rebound from adult tooth loss in a way that restores confidence and function of the smile. So if you have lost a tooth, or have an extraction scheduled, take comfort in knowing that a dental prostheses can help you smile again! (more…)
Enjoy Song, Dance and Summertime Fun at the Gaslight Music Hall
Do you enjoy laughs, songs, and good, clean family-friendly fun? If so, you will want to check out the Beach Blanket Be-Bop a Musical Revue, at the Gaslight Music Hall in Tucson, AZ! The show involves acting, singing and dancing to some of the all-time classic beachside tunes, like “Summertime Blues,” “Under the Boardwalk,” “Help Me Rhonda,” and lots more! Plus there will be cheesy jokes and lots more summer fun in this one. There are just a few weeks left to catch this high energy show. It has been playing on Thursday nights since June, and will end its run with a final performance at 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2016. (more…)