Why Gum Disease Is So Common After Age 65 Dry Mouth from Medications Many medications prescribed to older adults (American Dental Association, 2018) list a dry mouth as a possible side effect. Our saliva helps to flush bacteria out of our mouths, and when we experience...
A missing tooth can occur for any number of reasons; severe gum disease, heavy tooth grinding, malnutrition, serious illness, or trauma, like a hit to the mouth or head. A dental implant is one solution for tooth loss that is more permanent than a standard...
We have good news for those who think dental visits take too much time from your already hard-pressed schedule. By utilizing newer technologies like CEREC Restorations in Prescott, we’re finding ways to take care of your dental concerns more quickly and easily. Hicks Dental Group wants...