Causes of Gum Sensitivity

Gum sensitivity can not only be an irritating problem, sometimes it can be downright painful. Do you find yourself cringing when something hot or cold hits your gums and feels like it is traveling through your tooth? If you do, then you have gum sensitivity and some...
Human Gum Inflammation

Human Gum Inflammation

There are four stages of human gum inflammation. Only three are shown in the image, because the fourth is considered to be advanced periodontitis. Gum inflammation is a disease, caused by the bacteria in plaque that can build up and infect your gums, teeth, and...
Desserts, Sugar, and Your Teeth

Desserts, Sugar, and Your Teeth

With all the holiday celebrations going on, we want to remind everyone that all the sugary desserts that come along with the holiday celebrations can cause tooth decay. We always recommend sweets in moderation, which is better for your overall health and dental...
Dental Implants in Arizona

Dental Implants in Arizona

Dental implants are the artificial titanium based inserts used in the restoration of missing teeth and also to aide in the prevention of jaw bone loss. Dental implants are referred to as a type of cosmetic dentistry; it is the most advanced method of tooth restoration...
The Process of Tooth Extraction

The Process of Tooth Extraction

A tooth extraction is the surgical procedure of removing a tooth from the mouth. History dates this process back to the 14th century. Back in those painful pre-anesthetic days, traveling “dentists” used to remove rotten teeth with barbaric instruments of the...