Parents do a great job at teaching children proper oral care at an early age. Children brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing every day helps ensure developing teeth stay clean and strong. As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Paul Whitney at Country Club Dental also has another tool to help further protect a child’s
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When people come to our practice to ask about dentures, they usually bring a lot of misunderstandings along with them. For example, people often ask if dentures are uncomfortable or even dangerous to wear. And they’re always surprised to hear just how common dentures are. Here are the five top mistaken beliefs about dentures we
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While most people understand how their teeth and gums work, they might know less about the bones that construct their mouths. For instance, did you know that issues with your jaw can cause problems for the rest of your mouth? TMJ disorder is one of the most common jaw issues we see here at Country
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No one likes to hear the word “cancer”, including when they are at the dentist’s office. Unfortunately, cancer can occur in almost any area of the mouth. If caught early by the dentists at Country Club Dental, most oral cancers are treatable. Here’s a look at what dental cancer is, the signs of oral cancer
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You probably already know that drinking water is crucial for staying healthy and hydrated. But did you also know that it specifically benefits your dental health as well? Regularly drinking water helps lower your risk of dental disease, brighten your smile, and much more. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes water so good for
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Chances are, you’ve noticed that colder weather makes your skin and hair drier. But did you know that cold weather can also affect your mouth? Every winter at Country Club Dental we see people with specific mouth ailments they only get at this time of year. Today we’re sharing our top winter mouth care tips
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Just like your natural teeth, you need to clean your dentures every day. Without proper cleaning, your partial or full dentures could become permanently stained. Cleaning also prevents the bacteria build-up that causes infections and impacts your overall health. Every day at Country Club Dental, we teach people how to care for their dentures—here’s a
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Visiting your dentist for a professional cleaning twice a year helps keep your teeth and gums healthy. However, if life gets in the way and you stop making dental cleanings a priority, Dr. Whitney and the staff at Country Club Dental may suggest you get a dental deep cleaning instead. What is a dental deep
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Everyone knows pink gums equal healthy gums. So, finding a dark or black spot on your gums can be a shock. But should you be concerned? There are many reasons why you may suddenly see discoloration on your gums. While some are harmless and may even go away on their own, others are more serious
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Cold sores, or fever blisters, are symptoms of a common viral infection. They appear as a group of small, fluid-filled blisters around the mouth or on the lips. Highly contagious and often painful, nobody wants a cold sore! As your local dentists in Flagstaff, we’ll help you determine if going to the dentist with a
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