Halloween is an exciting time for children and adults alike. Free candy, fun parties, and interesting costumes make the holiday fun, but it can be dangerous for your oral health. Understanding the risks can help you keep your mouth healthy for all the boo-tastic fun...
Choices, choices, choices! Looking at the wall of toothbrushes in any store is enough to make your head spin. Picking out a toothbrush can seem like guesswork at times, so here is a little breakdown of toothbrush technology to help you find the right one. How...
We use our mouths every single day, for talking, eating, and smiling. But when you can’t smile, simple tasks like brushing your teeth can feel impossible. The fact is, depression is now being linked with dental problems like tooth loss and oral pain. Yes, depression does...
Xylitol is a sugar substitute with a low glycemic index and fewer calories than sugar. It is a common ingredient in products such as sugar-free chewing gum and toothpaste and is also sometimes used as a sweetener in candy, drinks, jams, and baked goods. Research...
Bad breath, or halitosis, can be frustrating and embarrassing. It can be caused by things you eat or drink, poor oral hygiene, gum disease, dry mouth, tobacco, poor denture hygiene, or it can be a symptom of an underlying condition. At Hicks Dental Group in...
For many people, the mere thought of needing a root canal is anxiety-inducing. At Hicks Dental Group of Prescott, we want to assuage your fears. Although root canals might seem scary and complicated, they have come a long way. With advances in techniques and technology,...
Teeth are put through a lot of strain with everyday biting, chewing, grinding, talking, and aging. To stay strong and healthy, they need regular TLC. This means brushing and flossing daily, and twice-yearly checkups and cleanings. Yet, even with excellent oral care, dental issues still...
This is a stressful time for all of us—and stress can take a toll on our dental health, just as with our overall health. At Hicks Dental Group in Prescott, we want you to be aware of some of the dental conditions caused by stress...
In our last post, we shared some of the common types of dental emergencies. Of course, preventing emergencies in the first place is always preferable! Here are some tips from our Team at Hicks Dental Group in Prescott on how to prevent a dental emergency...
Due to federal COVID-19 guidelines, the Arizona Dental Association (AzDA) has recommended that all Arizona dentists remain open for dental emergencies only. This is in an effort to conserve personal protective equipment and to keep dental patients out of emergency rooms. Our team at Hicks...