Have you lost a tooth? If so, it might surprise you to learn that you are in the majority. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 69 percent of American adults between 35 and 44 years old have lost at least one tooth to tooth decay or injury. In the past, the […]
Implant dentures will improve your life!
Wearing dentures is supposed to improve quality of life, but if your dentures slip or wobble, feel uncomfortable, or irritate your mouth, you’re probably frustrated. What can you do to solve these issues, so you can get back to life, without worrying about your dentures? At Yuma Smiles in Yuma, AZ, our dentists permanently stabilize […]
The Benefits of All-on-4® Implant Dentures
If you wear traditional dentures, you know that they don’t feel or act like your natural teeth. Conventional dentures rub against the gums and force you to learn a whole new way to approach food. They can limit the foods you eat and make you feel nervous about eating with friends. Patients who’ve made the […]
Opiate pain killers in dentistry – a deep look at a serious topic
It is not uncommon for people to dislike a visit to the dentist, but some people genuinely dread it. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), between 5 and 10 percent of people have “dental phobia,” which is an acute fear of seeing the dentist. Another 60 percent experience anxiety about […]
How Stress Affects Your Oral Health
For most of us, life is hectic and stressful. Sometimes stress can become so overwhelming; it begins to take a toll on our physical health as well as our mental health. It can even have a negative impact on our oral health. If you find that your life is particularly stressful, it’s essential to visit […]