If you find yourself shying away from the camera or only giving closed-mouth smiles, you might be thinking about orthodontics. If the bulkiness of metal braces makes you worried, then you would not be alone. Invisalign has been changing orthodontics for the last decade, giving...
Maybe you have wisdom teeth and maybe you don’t—not everybody gets them. Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of back teeth to erupt. These teeth typically emerge in your late teens or early twenties. However, not everyone's wisdom teeth cause...
If you’re looking to give back this holiday season, consider giving the gift of warmth. At Hicks Dental Group in Prescott, we aim to support the Arizona community through more than just affordable dental care. This year, we’re hosting a coat and blanket drive until December...
You would think the answer to this question would be simply: “When they get one of course!” However, good oral hygiene starts from day one (well, you might be tired on day one so maybe more like day 3 or 10…). It might seem easy...
Full mouth x-rays (FMX) are a very important part of your dental care. These radiographic images give your dentist a complete picture of your mouth, including your teeth, gums, and jaw bones. Having a full picture of your mouth allows your dentist to check for...
The acronym TMD stands for Temporo-Mandibular Disorders and refers to the 30 or so conditions affecting the joints that connect your jawbone to your skull. Depending on the type and severity of the condition, treatments for TMD can range from a quick dentist visit to...
The food that we eat does more than give us the energy to get to work, play with our pets or binge watch the newest hit show. Besides affecting your overall health, diet and nutrition can also impact your oral health. Here’s more about how...
Hearing you have a dead tooth can be a shock, and may likely cause a carousel of questions to circle through your mind. One of these questions is probably, “can a dead tooth be saved?” Our team at Hicks Dental Group is here to explain...
Bruxism is a common condition that makes you grind, clench or gnash your teeth. Occasional teeth grinding isn’t necessarily a problem, but if it occurs consistently, it can damage your teeth over time. Bruxism happens because of a combination of physical, psychological, and genetic factors....
Teeth can withstand a lot of wear and tear. They are designed to withstand the force it takes to bite and chew so that we can stay nourished and healthy. Like any other part of our body, however, teeth are vulnerable to damage if you...