We are proud to offer CEREC crown services at Hicks Dental Group in Prescott. This state-of-the-art procedure is the latest in the oral health world. It combines avant-garde computerized technology with sturdy, durable material. Among the same-day procedures we perform with CEREC are crowns. Our team...
Hicks Dental Group in Prescott is a family practice specializing in dental health for patients of all ages. We enjoy promoting good dental health for kids, who need to learn daily dental habits while they’re young. Childhood is the time for kids to develop an...
You probably know that the term “harmful bacteria” refers to germs that build up in your body or mouth, causing health issues. But there is also a lot you probably don’t know about bacteria. What exactly causes it to invade your mouth, and how do...
A Himalayan salt rinse is a luxurious treatment for your mouth that can help improve your oral health. But you don’t have to go to a five-star spa, or even a dentist, to pamper yourself with this treatment. You can enjoy the benefits from the...
If you’re about to undergo wisdom teeth removal surgery, you probably have a lot of questions about the healing process. One of the most common things patients wonder is what to eat after wisdom tooth removal. Many people worry the pain will be so severe...
Good nutrition is a key component of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Along with regular brushing and flossing, healthy snacks can help prevent cavities and gum disease. At Hicks Dental Group in Prescott, we encourage our patients to protect their oral health by incorporating healthy...
The holiday season is just around the corner. While it may look slightly different this year, one thing that will probably remain the same is an abundance of sweets. As you already know, sugar isn’t just bad for our teeth, it’s bad for our bodies...
People often talk about the mind-body connection, but did you know there is also a mouth-body connection? This means that what is happening in the mouth is connected to what’s happening in the body, and vice versa. Professor Iain Chapple, from the University of Birmingham,...
Most of us probably agree that 2020 has been a tough year. Global COVID-19 cases continue to rise. Unemployment numbers have skyrocketed. Millions are struggling to make ends meet. Consequently, for many, oral hygiene isn’t on the top of the priority list. Many people are...
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease in which the body cannot produce enough moisture. And dry mouth is one of the primary symptoms, which can lead to dental complications. It affects 400,000 to 3.1 million people in the United States, but is most common in...