A visit to the dentist should never compromise your health. Worrying about germs is the last thing you want during a dental appointment. That is why we take dental infection control very seriously. We work hard to ensure our office is clean, our instruments are sterile, and that our practices won’t leave you with the
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Are you suddenly experiencing pain when you eat or drink something hot or cold? Has one of your teeth suddenly started aching? Have you noticed that one of your cheeks looks slightly swollen? If you’re experiencing any of these issues, you may have an infection known as a dental abscess. Let’s talk more about the
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No matter how careful you are, accidents happen, and sometimes they result in a knocked out tooth. This type of dental emergency can be very stressful and upsetting. If you lose a tooth due to an accident, don’t worry! As long as you know what to do, your dentist can potentially save and even reattach
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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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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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Our team members at Country Club Dental in Flagstaff can all agree that enhancing your smile is extremely rewarding! We bring out the best in your smile when teeth are damaged, decayed, or even missing. It’s a joy to see our patients rediscover the natural beauty of their mouths. One of the most common ways
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