Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems there is. Are you doing everything you can to prevent it? In this post from The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ, we have some practical ideas that can help. Avoid Refined Sugar This one is probably obvious, but avoiding sugar should be your number one …
Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ we can address that with a state-of-the-art dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, the …
Your teeth need a lot of tender, loving care. But sometimes, in spite of regular brushing and flossing, we end up with a new cavity – the common cold of dental health. At The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ, we have been filling cavities for years and would be happy to take care of any …
Like any other dental practice, we fill a lot of cavities at The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ. Did you know that more than ninety percent of American adults have had cavities at some point in their lives? We use white fillings, also called composite fillings, and there are some good reasons for that. For …
This post from The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ explains how specific foods and eating practices influence our teeth. The Sugar Problem Sugars get converted by bacteria in the mouth to acids. It is the acids that begin to assault enamel and initiate decay for men and women of all ages. Fruits have high water …
What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you call it one-sided? Does it seem like the dentist examines your teeth, decides on the course of treatment, and performs the procedure, and you’re practically a bystander? At the The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ, we don’t do things that way. It Starts With The …
At The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ, we use cosmetic dentistry to create drop-dead gorgeous smiles for our patients. And we do it every day! While creating beautiful smiles is our goal with any cosmetic dentistry procedure, it isn’t a simple process. The overall objective is ensure the health and function of our patients’ smiles, …
Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ, we can help such people do something about it. …
At The Norterra Dentist in Phoenix AZ, we create positive changes to the smiles of our patients every day with cosmetic dentistry. The resulting smiles are beautiful, and as near to perfect as they can be! While creating beautiful smiles is our goal with any cosmetic dentistry procedure, it isn’t always simple. The overall objective …
Halloween is a spooky time of the year full of lively costumes, ghost stories, and sugary goodies. Sweet snacks may be part of this ghoulish holiday, but they don’t have to take a toll on your child’s oral health. Follow these simple guidelines to ensure Halloween puts a healthy, bright smile on your child’s face. …
