You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” Fluoride is a vital mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. Found in some foods and water, it makes toothpastes more effective at fighting cavities. Teeth are stronger and more resistant to the dangerous acid formed by bacteria. At The Yuma Dentist, Dr. …
During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this sobering news …
Welcome to our blog and thanks for stopping by. Yuma Family Dentist wants to offer you some easy hints when caring for your teeth. Do: remember you are just wiping the plaque away before it turns to tartar. A gentle brushing at the correct angle can gently wipe the bacteria away. Once plaque has settled …
In 2012, Dr. Mann established Yuma Family Dentist. Dr. Mann is an outstanding dental professional committed to preventative dentistry. The goal of preventative dentistry is to keep oral health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes necessary. In other words, preventing dental caries, gum disease, and enamel wear. Dr. Mann says, “Brushing your teeth …
Patients often come into our dental practice and complain about ‘a toothache the size of Yuma’. I understand this kind of pain and I can help. Toothache pain for anyone can be unbearable. At the very least, toothache pain can cause you to avoid eating certain foods. Severe toothache pain can be downright debilitating, forcing …
Dental crowns have been around a long time, but they continue to play an important role in Yuma cosmetic dentistry. A dental crown, often called a cap, covers the visible part of the tooth. Dental crowns are used for several problems common among Yuma cosmetic dentistry patients: An old crown that is damaged or ill-fitting …
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Yuma Family Dentist, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty items on your to-do list. Twice-yearly dental exams …
Dentists in Yuma are dedicated to your oral health and care about the condition of your teeth. At Yuma Family Dentist we recognize that your teeth help you both eat and speak. You use your teeth to tear, scrape, and chew food, as well as to form words with your tongue. Healthy teeth and gums …
Yuma cosmetic dentists use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth. Yuma family dentists recommend crowns to remedy the following problems: A broken tooth with decay An ill-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has …
When you are committed to reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a plan. Inconsistent effort is scarcely ever effective. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you have not thought much about your teeth in the past, but lately have …
