Category Archives: Scottsdale Dentist

Are your white fillings toxic?

Are your white fillings toxic? An article about bisphenol A and dental materials has received wide spread coverage in such media as USA Today and MSNBC. What is Bisphenol A (BPA) all about? It is a plastic that has been used for over 50 years in many consumer products. The current notoriety is from baby read more »

Tell Tale Signs of Gum Disease!

You might be thinking this is really boring but as a health care professional Gum Disease is something that is preventable and we all know that early detection is the key to success in combating any disease. Gingivitis is gum disease in the early stages and if not treated will lead to tissue damage, bone read more »

Prevention of Gum Disease

Good oral hygiene can prevent the underlying cause of gum disease and keep your mouth and gums healthy.  Healthy Gums are critical for strong stable teeth and it is extremely important to treat gum issues when they occur. In the early stages, most treatment involves scaling or root planing, removing plaque and tartar around the read more »