5–8% of Americans avoid dental appointments because of fear. We understand the anxiety that can be associated with dental visits. But here at Arizona Biltmore Dentistry, we go to great lengths to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Here are few tips to help you overcome your fear, as well as a few offerings we have to help you relax during your visit.
Regular dental visits are important during your teens and early 20s. If you visit your dentist regularly, he or she can use X-rays to follow the progress of your wisdom teeth. Any problems will be seen early.
Though we brush twice a day, some of us still make simple brushing mistakes. Here are some of the most common.
The newest addition to your dentist’s grab bag of goodies might soon be gum. European scientists describe the development of a chewing gum that detects oral infections Tuesday in Nature Communications. The tech could prove particularly useful for diseases that present with minimal to no symptoms.
We all know your dentist can diagnose common oral health issues, such as gum disease and cavities, but did you know they can also discover other non-dental medical issues? Here’s a list of 5 non-dental medical issues that dentists often find first.
It’s important to change your toothbrush out regularly, but it can hard to know when exactly that should be. How often should you switch it out? The answer depends on your oral health, usage and personal preference.
Your diet is an integral part of maintaining good oral health. Though you can’t always avoid everything harmful to your teeth, these foods and beverages should be consumed in moderation to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Gum disease begins at the gum line and between teeth. Daily flossing is an important part of your oral health care routine to help remove the plaque from these areas where a toothbrush doesn’t completely reach. But to truly reap the benefits, you need to use proper flossing technique.
On average, seeing a dentist twice a year works well for many people. Others may need more frequent visits. People with a high risk of dental disease might need to visit every three or four months, or more.
There are more than 40 toothpaste brands available on the market, and each promises that they’re better than the next. But how do you know which one is right for you? Here’s Arizona Biltmore Dentistry’s guide to the most popular kinds of toothpastes on the market, so you can choose the perfect toothpaste for you.