You take pride in keeping your smile healthy and beautiful, and in showing it to the world as often as possible. Yet, despite the diligent time you put in at the bathroom sink brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day, you suddenly realize that your tooth hurts.
The good news is that, usually, there’s no reason to panic. Toothaches can be caused by a number of factors, and barring significant damage to your tooth, your dentist can likely alleviate the pain quickly and without the need for extensive dental work. (more…)
You know that sugar can be bad for your kids’ smiles. It can lead to cavities, and too much sugar increases their likelihood of developing gum disease. But what can be done about it? Limiting kids’ sugar can feel like a battle, but it doesn’t have to be that way. 
Are you worried that an untreated cavity has led to an infection, or do you already have a root canal scheduled? While patients aren’t always stoked about needing restorative dental treatment, often their biggest concern is simply how their smiles will look after the work is completed. Will they be left with noticeable, and sometimes uncomfortable metal dental crowns? For years metal crowns were the only option, but now many dentists recommend porcelain crowns instead. Not only are they safe for patients with metal allergies and sensitivities, they are also incredibly natural-looking. That allows patients to feel confident even after restorative dental treatment, knowing people will continue to see them, and not their dental work. So if you think you need restorative treatment, there is no need to worry. Instead, keep calm and 
Are you nervous about an upcoming blind date, because of imperfections in your teeth? Do you find yourself trying, in vain, to hide your smile while laughing, all because of longstanding insecurities caused by noticeable flaws in your smile? If so, why not start this new season by finally taking the time to make a change? After all, there is no reason to feel insecure, when cosmetic dentistry like 
Wondering how to fill those Easter baskets, this year, without risking damage to your children’s great smiles, or causing a sugar coma that lasts all afternoon? If so, 
What better way is there to enjoy the start of spring than by spending a little extra time outside enjoying the great weather? Next weekend, March 18 through March 20, 2016, will be a great opportunity to do just that, while also enjoying the wonderful art scene of 
Has it been months since you were able to share an ice cream cone with your kid, without wincing in pain as what used to feel like a treat hits your teeth? Does your morning cup of coffee now have to be lukewarm to keep a damaged tooth comfortable? If so, you likely already know that 
You know you need to wear green, tomorrow, and every March 17, if you don’t want to get pinched by coworkers or even strangers on the street. But why? If you would like to know the reason behind this and other 
It’s time once again for the Arizona Renaissance Festival, a chance to travel back in time, and to enjoy the food, music, craftsmanship and fun of so-called “yesteryear,” or more specifically the 14th through 17th Centuries. 
Who doesn’t want a beautiful smile? Yet many people don’t realize that a great-looking smile starts with preventive dental care, not cosmetic treatment. Of course, there are even more important reasons to take great care of your teeth and gums, and one is your overall health! Your oral health can actually affect your entire well-being. That’s because the soft tissue in your mouth can send bacteria and toxins to other parts of the body, through your bloodstream. So an abscessed tooth or gum disease can mean more than problems for your smile. It could have negative effects on the rest of your body as well. The good news is that even if you have neglected oral care in the past, it’s not too late to make a positive change. And that starts with