Hi. I’m dentist Dr. Mann, and today in the Yuma dentist blog, I want to look at some of the conditions that may result in jaw pain. Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses, and when these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses exert pressure …
Welcome to our blog, Yuma! I’m thrilled with how much I have to share with you about toothpaste and oral hygiene in the short time we have together. Enjoy! Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive nature of toothpaste is to aid in removing dental plaque and food from the surface of the teeth. Rough …
Many residents in our Yuma community experience dry mouth occasionally. Some develop dry mouth in social situations or when they are under a lot of stress. Sporadic or infrequent dry mouth is usually not a serious problem. Constant dry mouth, or xerostomia, is not only irritating, it can lead to extreme health problems. Yuma people …
I’m Dr. Mann DDS of Pacific Avenue Dental Care in Yuma. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in …
Hello, and welcome to the Yuma dental health blog. My name is dentist Dr. Mann and I want to tell you about our Yuma practice, Pacific Avenue Dental Care. We work hard to keep our patients satisfied. We serve residents in the Foothills, Winter Haven, CA, and Somerton area from ages 35 to 90. Our …
In AZ, tooth decay is one of the most common childhood problems, yet tooth decay also affects adults. Yuma Family Dentist serves people from 35 to 90 years old to help fight tooth decay. Bacteria is a common cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and combine with plaque and acids to break …
Cuts heal. Bruises fade. Broken bones mend. The body’s ability to heal itself is truly amazing. But tooth enamel is different. When it’s gone, it’s gone. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the critical job of protecting teeth from constant use and the continual assault …
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