Do you know the important differences between full and partial dentures? Our team is happy to review both versions for optimal tooth replacement to help you better understand how they can restore your smile. Below we will review the main types of dentures, which are full and partial dentures, and the benefits they have to offer. Dentures replace missing teeth... read more »

October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »

If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

If you have experienced dental damage, but it hasn’t affected the cusps of your tooth, you might be able to qualify for a dental inlay instead of a regular filling. An inlay is a filling that is premolded to fit into the grooves of the tooth, as long as it doesn’t go beyond the cusps of the tooth. They can... read more »

Do you know of any tooth hazard risks your life that are constantly putting your teeth and gums in harm’s way? Did you know that by chewing on ice or other similar hard products you can easily cause microscopic fractures in your teeth and even cause tooth slippage or cracked teeth? Thus, with all tooth hazard risks, establish effective preventive... read more »

Are you familiar with all the risks involved in your diet that could be putting your smile at an increased likelihood of an oral health hazard? Several tooth hazards are often present in our lives that we may not be aware of. The exact same can be said about products in your diet. Not only can products in your diet... read more »

Did you know that mouthwash can be used for several oral health benefits beyond simply being a way to freshen your breath? Although mouthwash really can give you fresh breath, using the therapeutic mouthwash can go even deeper and eliminate the bacteria responsible for causing foul odors that escape your oral cavity. By properly using mouthwash, you can experience several... read more »

If you have a troubling toothache, then we are happy to help you! Our dentist, Dr. Jim Kelly with Dr. Jim Kelly Dentistry in Phoenix, Arizona, and the entire team understands the pain and burden a toothache can be, which is why we have provided this list of information to help you know more about your toothache: - Infections within... read more »