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Various Services, One Beautiful Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

January 23, 2013

smile and dental mirrorIt’s crucial for teeth to be healthy – we’ve all learned that through years of check-ups with our dentist, as well as from daily brushing and flossing sessions. But what if you’re also just as concerned with how your smile looks to the world around you? Beautiful teeth can suggest youth, success, vitality, and attractiveness, among a variety of other positive attributes. Better yet, a white, straight smile can be a valuable tool for someone who wants to project a pristine and professional image in the workplace. However, it’s difficult to keep a smile looking polished without outside help. Injury can cause cracks and chips, while age and certain beloved beverages often lead to stubborn stains. These imperfections can harm your self-confidence and enthusiasm, keeping you from the success you deserve in your everyday life.

There is a branch of dentistry that is designated to help patients who are seeking to improve the look of their smile, though. While restorative dentistry and general dentistry concern themselves wholly with the health of your teeth, cosmetic dentistry focuses instead on their appearance instead.

While cosmetic dentistry services will vary from practice to practice, your local dentists in Phoenix and Glendale offer:

  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Cosmetic Bonding and Contouring

For patients who require more than one service to restore teeth to their former glory, a complete smile makeover can also be provided in order to address their multifaceted needs.

Cosmetic dentistry services will first begin with a thorough evaluation and consultation by your dentist. Health is still an important factor when undergoing a cosmetic procedure, which means that you might be prescribed periodontal therapy or other measures before treatment begins. Once your mouth is in tip-top shape, your dentist will discuss with you the effects and benefits of all the cosmetic services they offer, allowing you both to decide on the one that will best fit your desires, your schedule, and your budget.

Our offices in Phoenix and Glendale can provide you with expert and personalized cosmetic dentistry services, leaving you with a smile you can’t wait to show off. We also serve the Peoria and West Phoenix areas.

Keep Your Loves Ones Smiling with Family Dentistry

January 16, 2013

child_brushingAt its core, family dentistry is about making dental visits easier for a family that includes both adults and children. It can be frustrating for parents to have to find both a general dentist for themselves and a pediatric one for their kids. When working with a dentist who offers family dentistry, these parents can get all the services they’re looking for in one convenient location. These dentists are skilled at handling patients as young as four years old, and they’re able to adjust their care as children grow older to accommodate their changing needs.

While family dentistry services can vary from practice to practice, our dentists in Phoenix and Peoria focus on regular check-ups and establishing good oral health routines. After all, it’s important to start practicing these habits at a young age, and it can help eliminate some of the anxiety that kids feel when faced with going to the dentist. In addition, family dentistry often includes preventive treatments so that children and their patients can prevent all kinds of unpleasant conditions, from bruxism to TMJ to gum disease and everything in between.

Dentists who practice family dentistry can also provide helpful tools like fluoride supplements or dental sealants for children. These are effective and easy ways to keep teeth healthy and protect them from decay.

The beginning of a new year is a perfect time to get you and your family on the path to proper and effective dental care. If more than six months have passed, call your local family dentist to set up an appointment. Our offices in Peoria and West Phoenix can provide you with quality family dentistry care as well. We also serve the rest of Phoenix, Glendale, and surrounding areas.

General Dentistry: What You Should Know

January 8, 2013

pt ed background - six pixWhen navigating all the different treatments and procedures available in the world of dental health, it can be easy to confuse services and become unsure of what help you need. Cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry are pretty self-explanatory categories, but what about general dentistry? It’s important for patients to understand all the services that fall under general dentistry, as well as the crucial role they play in your overall dental health.

While there isn’t an exact list of general dentistry services that is universal among dentists, your dentists in Phoenix and Peoria define them as:

  • Children’s Dentistry
  • TMJ Therapy
  • Nightguards for Bruxism
  • Snoring and Sleep Apnea Therapy
  • Gum Disease Treatment
  • Extractions and Oral Surgery

General dentistry deals mainly with the day-to-day care of your teeth and gums. In addition, as you can see from the list, preventive measures are an important factor. Your general dentist will make sure you’re protected from several conditions that can have negative effects on your oral health, such as TMJ, bruxism, sneep apnea, and gum disease.

In addition to these services, one of the most important general dentistry services a dentist can provide is a regular check-up, which should ideally be scheduled twice a year. During a checkup, your dentist can see the results of your brushing and flossing habits and give advice for future care. In addition, they can look for common problems, such as cavities or signs of gum disease. A check-up is also the time when your teeth will be thoroughly cleaned.

By going to a general dentist, you’re proving that you’re committed to keeping your mouth healthy and happy. A general dentist can prescribe preventive treatments, closely monitor you for potential problems, and if a more specific or difficult treatment is needed, can refer you to a dentist who specializes in that care.

Our offices in Peoria and West Phoenix can provide you with quality general dental care, as well as serve as your link to the rest of the dental health care world. We also serve the rest of Phoenix, Glendale, and surrounding areas.

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