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Dental health, explained

At Carefree Smiles Dentistry, we are devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your teeth by utilizing the latest dental technology and techniques. Our practice provides a large variety of treatment options with top-tier customer service, transparency, and attention to detail.

Browse our articles below for practical guidance on everything from daily hygiene to restorative treatment — and call us any time if you would rather just ask.

Treatment room at Carefree Smiles Dentistry
bad breath

Bad Breath

Having bad breath can be an embarrassing problem – especially if you are regularly face to face with other people. Known professionally as halitosis, bad breath plagues many people every day. Most cases of bad breath can be remedied by…
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electric toothbrush

Electric Brush vs. Manual Brushes

Preventative dentistry is about more than just visiting your dentist twice yearly for an exam and thorough cleaning. In fact, the majority of your preventative care is done at-home as a part of your normal hygienic routine. Many residents use…
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How to Floss Your Teeth

Flossing is an important part of an oral hygiene routine, but research suggests that fewer than half of Americans do so daily. Flossing is simple and only takes an extra couple of minutes per day. Developing a healthy habit of…
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woman looking at her new smile at the dentist

Dental Health and Your Diet

Your body works hard to convert the foods you eat into energy. You may not think twice about what you are eating – especially when it comes to grabbing an afternoon snack or sipping on a vanilla latte on your…
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All About Tooth Sensitivity

If you find yourself avoiding hot drinks and cold foods, then your teeth may be sensitive. Tooth sensitivity is common, and in optimistic terms, will be temporary. But when it’s chronic, it can affect the way you enjoy life. Your…
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woman smiling at the dentist

What Are Toothaches and How We Can Help

Toothaches are most often caused when the nerve inside the tooth is irritated. It can leave you up at night, cause difficulties with eating certain foods, and can be a daily struggle until it’s treated. The reality of toothaches is…
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Cavities and Tooth Decay

When decay goes unchecked in the human mouth, damaged areas will form on the surface of your teeth. This damage comes in the forms of holes or tiny openings in your teeth known as cavities. There are a variety of…
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Fluoride and Decay Prevention

Fluoride is a naturally occurring element that has been shown to help strengthen teeth in children and also prevent decay in people of all ages. Topical fluoride, in particular is helpful for promoting oral health. The American Dental Association has…
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older woman getting a dental checkup

The Future of Periodontal Therapy

While keeping your teeth healthy is a very high priority, the gums are a crucial part of your oral health as well. With half the American adult population having some level of advanced gum disease, according to the Centers for…
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man looking at his new smile in the dental chair

Don’t Let Tooth Loss Ruin Your Life!

Tooth loss affects millions of Americans every single day. In fact, an estimated 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth, which has the potential to make many aspects of your life more difficult than you may have realized.…
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dental implants in Phoenix

Fully Restore Your Missing Teeth With Dental Implants

Benefits of Teeth Implants It cannot be stressed enough that teeth implants take dental restoration much further when compared to bridges or dentures. This is because dental implants replace teeth all the way down to the root, which extends into…
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woman with mouth pain

How to Handle A Common Tooth Emergency

When a dental emergency happens, what is the first thing you think to do? Do you call your general practitioner or 911? The fact is dental emergencies require personalized care from a dentist to treat, not necessarily an emergency room.…
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