Grinding your teeth can put a lot of stress on your temporomandibular joints, which are the hinged joints of your jaw on either side of your head. Tension and exertion and the TMJs can lead to back, neck and shoulder pain, as well as frequent headaches, facial soreness and tooth pain.

Dental tooth bonding is used in many various ways, but it’s use is more popular for repairing chipped teeth. The bonding materials (high-density, space-age plastics called composite resin) and porcelain–are more natural in color and can be designed to perfectly match the surrounding teeth making it difficult to distinguish there ever was a broken tooth.

The benefits and importance of visiting your dentist regularly is very well known. Only a dentist or dental hygienist can eliminate hardened plaque from beneath the gum line and detect gum disease and tooth decay before it leads to unhealthier problems.

One thing dentists around the country struggle with is canceled appointments. This isn’t just a problem for our office, it can seriously impact your oral and overall health. Here are some things to consider before canceling your upcoming appointment.

Dental crowns provide full coverage that will restore function and cosmetics for damaged teeth. In the past, crowns used to be made of gold; today contemporary dental crowns are usually made of durable ceramic and provide cosmetic appeal while restoring function, protection, and strength to the teeth. With no metal, crowns can create a beautiful, natural-looking smile. Below are some of the individuals who should consider and can benefit from dental crowns.

There are many common ways to hit and/or hurt your jaw. From a simple fall to accidents to wrestling with family, friends, or children, and to car or motorcycle accidents, jaw blows are common.

Tooth erosion occurs when your teeth are exposed to acids from food, drink, and other sources. It’s different from tooth decay, which occurs as a result of acid secreted by oral bacteria. Where tooth decay attacks specific regions of a tooth, tooth erosion affects all the exposed surfaces of the teeth.

As COVID-19 continues to spread in the United States, the CDC has recommended wearing cloth face coverings in public when physical distancing is difficult to maintain. Out and about in our communities, many Arizonans are following these recommendations.

During this time of change and uncertainty we know that dental issues will continue to occur. We want to inform our patients that we will continue to see emergencies but will take all precautions to ensure our patients safety.

Dental bonding or teeth bonding is the process of using a composite resin material to repair minor cosmetic flaws. It is a non-invasive procedure where composite resin is applied to the tooth enamel. The whole procedure is usually completed in one dental visit.