At Country Club Dental, we realize that the monthly cost of dental insurance is not always an option for all our patients. Fortunately, our Dental Savings Club can help offset the cost of unexpected dental procedures for our patients without dental insurance, and make biannual cleanings affordable for everyone. We know that unexpected dental costs
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If you schedule cleanings every six months and maintain at-home oral hygiene, your gums will likely remain healthy, pink and painless. In the event that you begin to show signs of progressive gum disease (periodontitis), you may require a deeper cleaning known as scaling and root planing that is shown to be effective at slowing
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No matter what age you are, permanently losing teeth can be a blow to your confidence. If you’re finding yourself in need of partial dentures, you probably have a number of questions on your mind: Will they look natural? Will they be comfortable? Can I eat easily with them in? And the list probably goes
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Believe it or not, up until the 1990s, doctors and nurses smoked in hospitals and even appeared in cigarette advertisements. In the modern era, however, most people are aware that tobacco products are bad for overall health. And while there’s a lot of research and evidence surrounding smoking and oral health, you may not know
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The initial healing process of a tooth extraction takes roughly one to two weeks. In this time, new gum tissue and bone will grow to cover the hole. A successful tooth extraction will result in some pain, swelling and residual bleeding for up to 24 to 48 hours. Within 2 to 3 days you should
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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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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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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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