General dentistry

At Wildflower Dental in Sun City AZ, one of the most common complaints our dentist hears is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical intervention. Though not contagious, the…

This message from the dentist at Wildflower Dental in Sun City AZ is for those who suffer from severe headaches. Have you tried painkillers, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment? Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, food allergies, spine alignment, or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose. Bite misalignment or malocclusion is…

This post from Wildflower Dental in Sun Ciy AZ concerns a sensitive subject: bad breath. People who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on…

Attention dental patients: brushing twice daily may help decrease your risk of heart disease. At Wildflower Dental in Sun City AZ, we think that may be one of the best reasons to really put your heart into maintaining your dental health. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link…

This post from Wildflower Dental in Sun City AZ is about that most basic of dental health practices, brushing your teeth. Most men and women brush their teeth (at least we hope so). But many brush incorrectly without realizing their dental hygiene practices may be contributing to oral problems. They may pride themselves on their…

Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at name of practice Wildflower Dental in Sun City AZ, we want to remind you what it is that sugar can do to your teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth…

At Wildflower Dental in Sun City AZ, we know that a mouth examination can reveal issues in other parts of the body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as…