Goodyear Family Dentistry Blog

If you have one or more missing teeth, you are not alone in having an incomplete smile. It’s estimated that around 178 million people in the U.S. have at least one missing tooth. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with gaps in your mouth. Dental implants are able to replace your pearly whites from root to crown, providing incomparable functionality and stability. But can you still get them if you are older? Here’s what to know about age limits and dental implants, as well as their various benefits.

500,000 people every year are choosing dental implants to replace their missing teeth and for a good reason. A dental implant has over a 95% success rate. Dental implants are also proven to last for 30 years or longer with the right aftercare, like brushing and flossing. Their predictable results don’t happen by chance. Here are 5 secrets behind the success of dental implants.

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Orthodontics can be expensive, which has led many people to look for alternatives to fix their bite and alignment. Mail-order aligners seem like the perfect solution because they cost less and you don’t even have to leave your home to achieve a straight smile. While you’ve probably seen amazing before and after pictures online, they don’t show the serious complications that can occur. You’re not just cutting out the middleman if you don’t see a dentist for clear aligners. Here are 4 little-known risks of mail-in aligners.

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Around Halloween, everyone becomes a little more conscious of their oral health. If you’re chewing your way through a piece of caramel candy so packed with sugar it makes your teeth ache, it’s very reasonable to think: “Man, I haven’t been to the dentist in a while.”

People avoid the dentist for plenty of reasons, and the most common is dental fear. It’s understandable to be nervous, but you really shouldn’t let that stop you from getting preventive oral care. Your teeth are important, and you’ll do yourself a favor by taking care of them. Here’s why you shouldn’t let dental anxiety stop you from getting a routine check-up, and a few tips to make going to the dentist a bit easier.

When it comes to tooth replacements, dentists have various treatments handy. Dental implants are great when you only need a few teeth replaced. Alternately, you might need dentures to replace a row of pearly whites. If you’re somewhere in between, though, your best bet is a dental bridge. This prosthetic can replace three or more adjacent teeth! However, you’ll want to know the dental bridge lifespan before you commit. Well, your Goodyear dentist has you covered. Read on to learn what dental bridges are, how long they last, and how to extend their lifespan.

While no one wants to hear that they need to have a root canal performed, the reality is dentists do not recommend this treatment lightly. If you’re told you need this procedure to address your tooth pain, you may feel inclined to say, “no thanks” and assume your tooth will get better on its own. However, there are many reasons why going through with your root canal is essential, both in the short- and long-term. Read on to learn why from a dentist that performs them regularly.

Every summer, people all flock to beaches, mountains, amusement parks, and other vacation destinations for a change of scenery and to take a break from their day-to-day. Though going on summer vacation is a fun and memorable way to spend the season, it’s important to make sure your oral health is in order before you head out. Read on to learn four reasons why seeing your dentist before you go on vacation is the right move for your smile.

Winter has now come to an end, meaning that we’re just getting started with some more pleasant weather. This is also the time of year that we clear out all that clutter that accumulated over the chillier months. But have you thought about how you’ll be incorporating your teeth into spring cleaning? Continue reading to learn some tips to help you freshen up your smile as you’re tidying up this spring.

Are you a fan of cookies, cake, and candy? As tasty as these things may be, they can do a lot of damage to your smile. When you eat foods and drink beverages that contain sugar, harmful oral bacteria feeds on it and releases acids that attack your enamel. This raises your chances of developing tooth decay. Cutting back on sugar is a great way to lower your chances of cavities, but it can be easier said than done. So that you can keep your smile healthy and strong, here are five tips that will help people with a sweet tooth prevent cavities.