In our last post we addressed recently emerging opinions that challenge the effectiveness and necessity of flossing. But is there a right way to floss your teeth? You’ve come to the right place to find the answer! As a family dental practice in Flagstaff, at Country Club Dental we stress the importance of flossing—starting at
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Recent discussions in the news media suggest that flossing has not been proven as an effective part of preventative dental care. We’d like to weigh in on the debate! First, just because there is not a plethora of evidence on the subject does not mean you should abandon your habit of flossing. Secondly, our team
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One of the biggest dangers to our dental health is sugar. And it’s not just all that added sugar which overly sweetens our modern day foods, but any food that breaks down into glucose, including carbohydrates. That’s why keeping our processed and non-nutritive sugar intake at a minimum and implementing a good oral health care
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At Country Club Dental Flagstaff, we are a gentle dental practice. We take into consideration the fact that many people dislike the dentist and may experience some anxiety when scheduling a visit. We completely understand this hesitation. But when visits are put off, whether a routine check-up or an appointment to address an issue, a
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The team at Country Club Dental Flagstaff, wishes you and yours happiness and all the best of what this season has to offer. Here are a few of our top dental tips for the holidays to keep your teeth healthy and bright. 1. Keep Up or Increase Your Daily Oral Health Routine The busier you
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I think you might already know where we’re going with this question. As a general dental practice in Flagstaff Arizona, our answer at Country Club Dental is a resounding yes! But why? You may brush after every meal and floss each day. But there is a little gremlin called tartar that has a way of
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They shred, cut, tear, crush, and grind our food, and they look good doing it, too! Our teeth play a vital role in the digestive process, breaking down food into small enough pieces so it can then be further broken down by enzymes in our saliva, intestines, and stomach, and used to fuel the body.
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According to the National Institute of Health, dental caries—or cavities—are among the most prevalent dental health problems that individuals in America face. In fact, they state that approximately 92% of adults between the ages of 20 to 64 have had dental caries in their permanent teeth. The more shocking statistic from their data shows that
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There are a number of reasons why we may not feel confident about flashing our smile, and staining or discoloration of the teeth could be one of them. If you feel this way, you’re not alone: millions of Americans whiten their teeth every year in an effort to brighten their pearly whites and boost their
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When we think about our oral health, the first thing that probably comes to mind is our teeth. And while our pearly whites are a huge part of feeling confident about our smile, our gum health is equally important! Your local dentist in Flagstaff, Dr. Paul Whitney, and his incredible team at Country Club Dental,
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