Oral Health

01 Apr How Do Our Teeth Change As We Age?

Posted at 06:12h in Aging and Dental Health, Cavities, Dental Health, Gum Disease, Oral Health, Tooth Decay by Hicks Dental Group

As we get older, everything changes. Our bodies, brains, and even our teeth go through different transitions. Receding gums, bone loss, and thinning enamel can all cause dental problems. So can hormonal shifts, chronic diseases, and many common medications. And because dental problems become more...

Oral health should be at the top of everyone’s new years resolutions. Here are our experts' 4 tips to help you meet that goal!

08 Feb How to Make Oral Health a Priority in the New Year

Posted at 19:26h in Dental Health, Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Happy New Year! Did you set any resolutions? If you haven’t yet, how about setting a goal to make your oral health a priority? A new year is a great time to start new habits that will make your life better. For instance, a clean...

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18 Sep Not All Cities Add Fluoride to Their Water: How to Protect Your Teeth in Prescott, Arizona

Posted at 16:18h in Oral Health, Uncategorized by Hicks Dental Group

Did you know that the city of Prescott does not add fluoride to its water supply? Some Arizona cities do, but Prescott is not one of them. That means your teeth—and your kids’ teeth—don’t have the same level of defense against cavities that people in...

01 Jul Was It Something I Ate? What Causes Bad Breath?

Posted at 04:53h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Bad breath can have many causes. It could be anything from today’s lunch to poor oral hygiene or a medical condition. For some people, bad breath is embarrassing. The smell of their breath can be a cause of deep concern and even anxiety, which is...

12 May Oral Cancer: Signs and Symptoms to Watch Out For

Posted at 18:17h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Oral cancer is a deadly disease, because it is so difficult to detect in its early stages. There are so many different symptoms, that most people don’t realize something is wrong. Knowing how to recognize the symptoms can help you get an early diagnosis—it could...

18 Aug Caring for a Mouth Ulcer: When to Go to the Dentist

Posted at 02:56h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Small and painful mouth ulcers like canker sores are a common oral health complaint. They can appear anywhere in the soft tissues of your mouth, including the lips, cheeks, tongue, and gums. They are often caused by minor injuries (like a bite to the cheek)...

01 Aug Why Is Tartar So Hard to Remove?

Posted at 04:17h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Tartar is actually plaque that has hardened into a cement-like substance. But unlike plaque, which can usually be removed with daily brushing and flossing, tartar needs to be removed by a dental professional. We explain why tartar is so hard to remove, how it damages...

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13 Mar How To Brush Your Teeth Like a Dentist

Posted at 13:45h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Brushing your teeth is very important. It helps keep your mouth happy and healthy by reducing your risk of cavities and gum disease. If you’ve already picked out your toothpaste, and toothbrush, all that is left to do is to actually brush your teeth. Here’s...

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27 Feb Hard vs. Soft Toothbrushes: Why Bristle Strength Matters

Posted at 02:17h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

We’ve all been there, standing in the toothbrush aisle, wondering, “Does it matter which one I pick?” With so many choices, finding the right toothbrush can feel overwhelming, and you might just be tempted to grab the closest brush in your favorite color. But when...

woman whose holding her mouth - are canker sores and cold sores the same

21 Jan Canker Sores and Cold Sores Are Not the Same Thing

Posted at 15:13h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Canker sores vs. cold sores: what’s the difference? Aren’t they the same thing? Not at all. One type of sore is highly contagious, while the other isn’t contagious at all. One occurs inside your mouth, while the other affects your lips and face. Here’s how...