If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s post is for you. We want to discuss dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At The Yuma Dentist, we see cavities and gum disease far too often in teens. Possible causes and …
A perceived lack of affordable dentistry is one of the biggest reasons many people in our community avoid going to the dentist. However, the truth is that affordable dentistry is available in Yuma at Yuma Family Dentist. We provide top-quality services at competitive prices. Whether you need cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, or sedation dentistry, we …
We all go to our Yuma dentist for check-ups and toothaches, but there are other less-obvious issues that your dentist can help you with. Today, we would like to highlight some of the most common oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have …
I’m Dr. Mann of Yuma Family Dentist. Today’s post offers some answers to frequent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is horrible, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can increase and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start …
1. If you have kids and your municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, talk to your pediatrician about fluoride supplements. Fluoride strengthens both the teeth you can see and the ones still forming in the jaw. 2. Set a timer when you brush to make sure you spend at least …
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 …
General dentists in the Yuma area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Yuma general dentist will refer you to a local specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the area: Endodontists Endodontists specialize in …
Why should everyone in Yuma brush at least twice a day? Let’s take a look at why this is so important. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the build up of plaque. If we let food …
Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? Today’s Yuma dental blog takes a look at dental x-rays. Panoramic If you have ever stood in a huge camera apparatus and struggled to stay motionless while an automated camera made one slow pass around your head, then you have had a panoramic x-ray taken of your mouth. …
At The Yuma Dentist, we restore decayed teeth to create smiles that are both healthy and beautiful. Recent advances in both techniques and materials have made the impossible not only possible, but affordable for everyone in Yuma as well. Dr. Dr. Mann has been restoring teeth since 2012. Ongoing training is essential to remain at the …
