East Valley Dental Professionals Blog | Dentist Mesa AZ
5 Types of Dental Specialists
And picking the right one for you For routine cleaning, x-rays, and filling cavities, we see a general dentist. For most routine procedures and early interventions, these professionals are able to help us from the comfort of our neighborhood dental office. However, as we begin to need more specialized care, either from crooked teeth or […]
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The Importance of Pediatric Dental Care
For many families, there is some debate about when dental care should begin. For parents who want to put off regular dental visits, many justify the decision by noting that a child’s baby teeth will eventually be replaced. Unfortunately, this mindset not only wreaks havoc on a child’s teeth but creates a long-lasting impact on […]
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How to Fix a Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth are the 3rd leading cause of tooth loss in adults below dental caries and periodontal disease. Sometimes this is due to the severity of the crack itself and sometimes this is due to the patient being unaware their tooth is even compromised. In case of the latter, patients will allow a small crack […]
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The Importance of Preventative Dentistry
In many cases, preventative dentistry is the most effective method to avoid costly and painful procedures later on. While some of these procedures are done in-office, many methods of preventative care are logical steps used to care for your teeth and maintain good oral health. Below, we outline our most useful suggestions for good oral […]
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How to treat Cavities in Baby Teeth
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends dental visits starting before the age of one. This leaves many visits to the pediatric dentist in front of new parents as they navigate the world of caring for their child’s overall health. When a cavity is discovered on a baby tooth however, many wonder if it is […]
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Gum Disease Treatment
Gingivitis and Peridontitis, also known more generally as “gum disease,” are conditions that affect the gums and teeth to various degrees. Depending on the severity of the condition, the disease causing bacteria could either stay on the surface of the tooth or begin to affect the tooth roots, eventually causing everything from pain to puss […]
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Gum Health and Heart Health: The Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Attack
The connection between poor oral health and cardiovascular disease is well known but puzzling to the medical community. We don’t quite understand why this pattern exists or whether there is a direct link between the two. However, there are several running theories as to how oral health and heart disease are linked that researchers have […]
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Types of Dermal Fillers: A Guide
Dermal fillers are small injections made to the soft tissue of the face which fill in various imperfections such as wrinkles, acne scarring, and uneven face structure. As such, many individuals are interested in exploring dermal fillers to reduce the impact of imperfections and visible signs of aging. What they often find (even after a […]
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Dental Bonding Pros and Cons
Dental bonding is a cosmetic and restorative procedure. This kind of cosmetic dentistry is used to repair tooth damage while maintaining the look of natural teeth. Teeth bonding involves your cosmetic dentist using a composite material, often in the form of a resin, to build up your tooth and hide imperfections. This material is cured […]
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Invisalign Cost, Benefits, and Convenience
If you don’t have the perfect smile and want to correct it without the glare of traditional, metal braces, you may want to consider Invisalign. These clear aligners improve your smile just as well as tradition orthodontic treatments without the potential risks to your oral health traditional braces create. However, on your hunt for information […]
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What Causes Cavities?
No one likes finding a cavity on their trip to the dentist. Unfortunately, cavities are one of the most common tooth problems dentists encounter on a day to day basis. Cavities can be difficult to detect as the early stages show few signs or symptoms. However, let a cavity persist long enough and it will […]
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Top 6 Most Effective Teeth Whitening Methods
Surface stains, smoking, acidic foods, and aging are all common causes of yellowing teeth. This leads most of us, at some point or another, to explore options for tooth whitening to help combat the age old problem. As we sift through information about home whitening kits, dental bleaching, and even natural remedies, it’s easy to […]
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