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…)
Enjoy Healthy Smiles This Year Through Preventive Care
Are your kids actually excited to be heading back to school soon? At this point in the summer, many families are starting to feel restless and ready for the change of pace another school year will bring. Unfortunately, as the calendar begins to fill up with classes and a host of extracurricular activities, it can be all-too-easy to neglect your family’s dental care. This year, you can help your kids – and yourself – avoid cavities and other dental problems by combining great hygiene, at-home, with regular dental visits! (more…)
Don’t Worry, You’ll Be Happy with Modern Restorative Dentistry
Are you worried that your smile is in need of restorative care? Many people will struggle with cavities, chips, cracks, and other tooth issues, often without ever seeking the restorative treatment their smiles need. In some cases this is due to general dental anxiety, but in many instances, it is actually out of fear of what the smile will look and feel like following treatment. For patients who have not seen a dentist in several years, they might be pleasantly shocked to learn just how beautifully modern dental restorations, like porcelain crowns, can look, and more importantly, how comfortable they can feel! (more…)
Enjoy Some Slightly Cary Fun During Night at the Museum
It’s time to grab your flashlight, your family and put on your bravest face for Night at the Museum, hosted by the International Wildlife Museum. The event will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 27, 2016. This is an only slightly-scary, and still kid-friendly event that is fun for all ages. It has also become one of the museum’s most popular traditions! There will be a scavenger hunt, as well as a chance to meet live animals during the event, but guests are also encouraged to come early to enjoy the museum with the lights still on. (more…)
Would Bonding or Veneers Be Best for Your Smile Enhancements?
Do you know that you want to create a more beautiful smile, but feel unsure how to best go about achieving those enhancements? A cosmetic dentist offers a number of treatment options for improving the brightness of your smile, but also for correcting disproportionately sized or shaped teeth. Some treatments can even effectively hide minor gaps between the teeth. Bonding and veneers are two particularly popular treatments, because of how comprehensively they can help to enhance the smile’s appearance. But which one is right for you? A consultation with your cosmetic dentist can help determine whether bonding or veneers would be more ideal for your smile and your situation. (more…)
Freshen Up Your Breath with Great Dental Care
Have you felt embarrassed, lately, by chronic bad breath? Worse, have friends or family members mentioned that your breath has become offensive? No one wants to have a reputation of bad breath. Fortunately, excellent dental care can help. Preventive care, including daily hygiene and routine checkups and cleaning, can help remove plaque bacteria that can lead to bad breath. (more…)