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Find out What Kind of Tooth Staining you Have Before Seeking a Solution
posted: Sep. 30, 2018.

Stained teeth can be embarrassing — so much so you may even hesitate to smile. Before you seek out a whitening solution, though, there are a few things you Read more
Facial Nerve Pain can be Reduced with the Right Treatment Approach
posted: Sep. 20, 2018.

Our nerves serve a vital purpose, alerting us to bodily discomfort, injury or disease — we couldn’t remain in good health for long without them. But when they malfunction Read more
Don't Ignore Your Tooth Pain
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.

Tooth pain is a very obvious indication that there is something amiss with your smile. Though it can come from many sources, tooth pain almost always means that you have Read more
Keep Up Good Dental Habits in College to Protect Your Teeth and Gums
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.

Starting college is one of life’s biggest transition moments, the first time many young people can truly say they’re on their own. Their freshman year can be both exhilarating Read more
(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
posted: Aug. 31, 2018.

During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His Read more
3 Reasons You Should Consider Tooth Whitening
posted: Aug. 21, 2018.

White, translucent teeth are the hallmark of a beautiful smile. But with age or the foods we eat our teeth’s natural brightness can dim to a dingy yellow. If this Read more
3 Ways to Take the Jitters Out of Dental Visits
posted: Aug. 11, 2018.

Dental anxiety is a common problem: it’s estimated that one in two Americans admits to some level of nervousness about seeing the dentist. On the extreme side of this Read more
Be on the Alert for Gum Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Aug. 01, 2018.

On your way to a more attractive smile, you’ll have to deal with some inconveniences while wearing braces like avoiding certain foods or habits or dealing with possible embarrassment Read more
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
posted: Jul. 22, 2018.

Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” Read more
4 Important Facts About Gum Recession and What You can do About It
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.

While gum recession is a common occurrence related to aging, it’s not just an “old person’s disease.” It can happen to anyone, even someone with a relatively healthy mouth. Read more
Strengthen Your Smile
posted: Jul. 11, 2018.

Could your smile benefit from what crowns and bridges have to offer? Here in Lake Havasu City, AZ, our dentist is proud to provide comprehensive and tailored restorative care to make Read more
What Happens in a Root Canal Treatment and How it Can Save Your Tooth
posted: Jul. 02, 2018.

Along with periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay poses one of the two greatest threats to your teeth. Cavities are just the start: if decay invades the pulp, the tooth’s Read more
Bone Grafting Might be Necessary Before You Obtain an Implant
posted: Jun. 22, 2018.

Every year dentists place over 5 million dental implants for lost teeth, often removing the problem tooth and installing the implant at the same time. But getting a “tooth Read more
2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
posted: Jun. 12, 2018.

Is a chipped tooth big news? It is if you’re Justin Bieber. When the pop singer recently posted a picture from the dental office to his instagram account, it Read more
Don't Fear the Root Canal - it Could Save Your Tooth
posted: Jun. 02, 2018.

Many people consider a root canal treatment to be potentially an unpleasant experience. You might even feel a few butterflies fluttering in your stomach if we were to recommend Read more
Complications from Missing Teeth Could Limit Your Replacement Options
posted: May 23, 2018.

There are plenty of options today for replacing missing teeth, including dental implants. But if the teeth have been missing for some time, complications can arise that limit your Read more