If you have had restorations, orthodontia, or a complete cosmetic dental smile makeover, you want people to notice the outcome – your sensational smile. There is a lot, however, that is going on behind the scenes. Today’s post from The Norterra Dentist talks about three vital smile makeover components that are not readily apparent when …
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of The Norterra Dentist are given 6 critical instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you obtain the ideal outcome. This vital knowledge about your dental experience opens up a conversation with …
When we are young, we feel unstoppable. We think we will live forever, and we know more than our parents. As we age, we soon discover that invincibility fades, forever isn’t as long as we thought, and we begin to appreciate the collective wisdom of those who have gone before us. Since you have probably …
Dental patients in the Phoenix area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty. At The Norterra Dentist, we want all our patients to have flawless smiles. A common result of untreated cavities is abscesses. A tooth abscess is an infection near the …
General dentists like our team at The Norterra Dentist in the North Phoenix area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your dentist will refer you to a local Phoenix specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found …
If you have claustrophobia, you pass on cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid skydiving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without engaging in these activities. What if you have dental anxiety or a fear of the dentist? (Yes, it’s a real thing with an official name.) This …
Today’s article describes how general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry are different. General dentists are dedicated to preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, a general dentist will determine the best way to restore the tooth involved. Cosmetic dentists offer …
When it comes to maintaining good oral health in Arizona, using toothpaste is an essential part of daily dental hygiene. Toothpaste helps to remove plaque and food particles from teeth, preventing cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues. It also freshens your breath which makes for a good starting point for social success. With …
It’s highly unlikely that your teeth are tan. But even if your teeth are white, their color is probably something you have been concerned about. One of our primary concerns at The Norterra Dentist is ensuring that our patients maintain healthy teeth and gums. But beyond just the health aspect, we also strive to help …
When Dr. Mann crowns one of our patients, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling, sometimes a crown is necessary to add more support and to keep the tooth from falling …
