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Proper Flossing Helps Encourage Excellent Oral Health in Phoenix and Glendale

February 15, 2017

Flossing, along with brushing your teeth, is one of the best preventive dentistry methods.Contrary to popular belief, there is a correct and incorrect way to floss your teeth. It’s just as important as brushing and can help you achieve optimal oral health. After every meal you consume, food particles become lodged in between your teeth and under the gum line. If food particles are left in between teeth, it can lead to bacterial buildup that can leave your teeth at risk of becoming infected. Flossing can give your oral health a major boost when done correctly. Too often, people either don’t spend enough time flossing or are performing the task incorrectly.

At Smile Fitness Dental Centers, we care deeply about the state of your oral health. Great oral health encourages good overall health, which is very beneficial for your wellbeing. Flossing, along with brushing your teeth, is one of the best preventive dentistry methods. Dr. Gordon and Dr. Green are the dentists Glendale and Phoenix, AZ residents can trust for valuable dental advice.

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Preventive Dentistry Starts with Proper Tooth Brushing

June 7, 2015

Father and daughter great tooth brushing skills from Smile Fitness Dental CenterDental practitioners began encouraging a focus on preventive dentistry over 100 years ago, but according to a recent study, more people in the world own smart phones than toothbrushes. In the US alone, some estimates indicate that 80% of adults have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Poor oral health puts people at a higher risk for numerous systemic diseases and chronic illnesses, but it remains difficult to reinforce the connection between oral and whole body health and encourage patients to invest in their dental care. Your friendly, family dentists at Smile Fitness Dental Center invite you to visit our Glendale or Phoenix, AZ offices for regular dental examinations and cleanings twice a year for preventive care. Our dentists and hygienists can also help you develop an effective at-home hygiene routine to keep your smile brilliant between visits. Call to schedule your appointment today.
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Smile Fitness Dental Center: Glendale’s Best Family Dentistry

May 29, 2015

170082992Receiving proper and professional dental care is important not only for you, but for your entire family, too. At some point your kids or spouse will need the best dental care, and you can find it here at Smile Fitness Dental Centers in Glendale, AZ and Phoenix, AZ. Providing excellent family dental care for you and your family is where we excel.

Family Dentistry Services Under One Roof

If it’s a variety of professional dental services you’re looking for, you have come to the right place. At Smile Fitness Dental Center, we provide an assortment of general dentistry options with compassion and a gentle touch you won’t find anywhere else. We strive to prevent dental problems before they start. What does this mean for you? You save time and money while creating a healthy smile for years to come.

Everyone deserves an exceptional smile. Your Glendale, AZ dentist will explain your options and help decide the best path to optimal oral health.

Our dentistry services include the following:

  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • General dentistry
  • Preventative dentistry
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Sedation dentistry
  • Dental implants

We are happy to offer same-day and next-day appointments to families and busy professionals. If you experience any of the following, it’s recommended you schedule a same-day or next-day appointment:

  • Broken or cracked tooth
  • Lacerations to soft tissues, including the gums, cheeks, lips, and tongue
  • Partially or completely dislodged tooth
  • An object stuck between teeth
  • Abscess

We also offer emergency dental appointments. Our Emergency Dental Team is dedicated to handling your dental emergencies six days a week. This is all they do, and their level of expertise is unmatched. From severe toothaches to fractured teeth, our team swings into action the moment you call.

Schedule An Appointment

To schedule an appointment or to speak with a friendly staff member, please call our offices located in Glendale, AZ or Phoenix, AZ. We also serve the surrounding areas including Sun City, Tempe, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and beyond.

 

Gum Disease Treatment from Smile Fitness Dental Center in Phoenix, AZ

December 28, 2014

164144314Take care of your gums and your gums will take care of you. That may sound cliché, but it’s true nevertheless. Your mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body, and your gums are a critical part of that gateway. Unfortunately, gum disease is one of the most prevalent health conditions. If left untreated, it can contribute to other health problems, too, when bacteria in the mouth migrates to other parts of the body. The dentists and their team at Smile Fitness Dental Center in Phoenix, AZ, and Peoria are dedicated to first preventing gum disease, and then treating appropriately with gum disease treatment when necessary.

First stage gum disease is called gingivitis. This may be marked by tender gums that bleed during brushing. On the other hand, gingivitis may not present any symptoms, making regular checkups at Smile Fitness Dental Center all the more important. If we should find signs of gingivitis during one of your regular visits, then the condition may be reversible with proper brushing and flossing, as well as professional cleaning by one of our dental hygienists.

Periodontitis: Advanced Gum Disease

However, if gum disease progresses to periodontitis (the more advanced stage of gum disease) then more aggressive treatment may be required. With periodontitis, the gum and bone begin to pull away from the teeth leaving small spaces where debris and bacteria can collect and cause infection. If allowed to progress, then the infection may lead to tooth loss. In this case, we may need to perform root scaling and planing to scrape away the plaque that traps bacteria; gum pocket irrigation; or local antibiotic placement in the areas that are most irritated. With these treatments from Smile Fitness Dental Center, patients often experience quick improvement and manage to avoid surgery.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If you haven’t seen the dentist in a while, then now is the time to call Smile Fitness Dental Center in Phoenix, AZ, or Peoria, AZ. You shouldn’t neglect your gums, and with proper gum disease treatment, we can help you maintain healthy gums. Our offices also serve patients in Sun City, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Scottsdale and Tempe.

Jaw Pain? Headaches? See Your Dentist about TMJ Therapy

November 28, 2014

167121308Do you wake up in the morning with a headache? Do you sometimes hear a clicking or popping sound when you yawn? These are only a couple of the signs of TMJ disorder. TMJ disorder can be a painful and annoying condition. However, the dentists at Smile Fitness Dental Center have been treating patients in Phoenix, AZ, and Peoria, AZ, with TMJ therapy for years, and they can help you, too.

TMJ disorder, or dysfunction, is a condition that results when the temporomandibular joint is not working properly. This joint is located on either side of your head just in front of your ears and is called into play whenever you talk, chew, yawn or laugh. TMJ has a number of causes including traumatic injury to the face or head, an improper bite, wear and tear on the teeth as a result of aging, or teeth grinding and clenching. In fact, the symptoms of TMJ are largely due to overuse of the jaw muscles, making nighttime teeth grinding and clenching (or bruxism) a primary culprit.

TMJ Therapy: Diagnosis and Treatment

Everyone may occasionally experience some of the symptoms of TMJ disorder. For example, your jaw may temporarily feel sore after chewing sticky candy. However, if the pain is persistent and lasts for a few weeks, then you’ll want to see one of the dentists at Smile Fitness Dental Center. Some other symptoms include: swelling on the side of your face, sensitive teeth, an earache without infection, upper and lower teeth that do not align, or a feeling that your jaw is locked when you try to chew or talk.

If you are consistently experiencing any of these symptoms, then you should schedule an appointment at Smile Fitness Dental Center. Our dentists will be able to determine whether or not you may benefit from TMJ therapy. If so, they will likely prescribe an oral appliance called a nightguard that will reposition the bite and prevent nighttime grinding and clenching. Another option is to build up the surface of your teeth in order to reconstruct proper bite alignment.

Call Our Office Today

To determine whether or not you need TMJ therapy, schedule an appointment with Smile Fitness Dental Center in Phoenix, AZ, or Peoria, AZ. We also conveniently serve patients in Sun City, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Scottsdale and Tempe.