Many people don’t realize that dental health is tied directly to physical health issues. Over the years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has participated in medical studies to see just how much the two are intertwined. From this, scientists have learned that gum disease prevention is related to decreasing the chances of heart disease, strokes,...
Unfortunately, many people are unaware that dental visits are essential to your overall health. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), getting your teeth properly cleaned twice a year at your Sky dental offices in Phoenix AZ helps prevent gum disease and also reduces your chances of potentially life-threatening health issues. One key benefit of...
Many people are unaware that care for their children’s teeth begins with the very first tooth. Healthy teeth are important for the overall health of your baby. Did you know according to American Academy of Family Physicians that your baby should see a tooth doctor for kids around their first birthday? You want to start...
Covid-19 continues to be a national health crisis that has many people wondering which appointments to keep and which to delay. In our state, the Arizona Department of Health Services, is keeping up to date on the cases in Maricopa County. Here at Sky Dental, we are staying current on all the state and federal...
Loose teeth in adults is not an uncommon event, especially if the person is 50 or older. Since this can indicate future tooth loss, a loose adult tooth should never be ignored. Our Phoenix AZ dental practice invites prospective patients to read the following brief blog discussing potential causes and possible treatments. Why Do My...
If you struggle with any signs of jaw problems, such as pain, clicking or popping, you don't have to suffer needlessly. Our team of TMJ dentists at Sky Dental can help. What is TMJ? Your temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is the hinge that connects your movable lower jaw to your fixed upper one. The joint...
Are you concerned about how your braces will look? That’s only natural. This brings up the whole metal braces vs clear braces debate. Well, today’s clear or natural tooth colored materials are available as an alternative to metal brackets and wires. Still not everyone will choose clear braces. Why? Why not? First let’s clear up...
When you wake up in the morning, you may have morning breath. It is a stronger smell than you’d like, but you can cure it by eating breakfast, brushing your teeth, and/or using mouthwash. Then there’s halitosis, which may signal the need for dental care in Phoenix. What is Halitosis? Halitosis is chronic bad breath...
It can take a lot of force to break a healthy tooth. Often broken teeth are caused by sports, a car accident, or perhaps a fall. Regardless of the reason, it is important to act fast if you want to save the tooth. If the tooth broke when you bit down on something hard, there...
Did you know that there isn’t just a single type of professional dental cleaning? That’s because a healthy mouth will require a different cleaning than one with gum disease. Since there are two gum diseases, that means there are three basic types of cleaning in all. What is considered a Normal Dental Cleaning? Known as...
