Think you’re too young for tooth root decay? Think again! Did you know that most people over the age of fifty have tooth-root decay, a condition which is associated with receding gums? This is not unusual as most older adults did not have access to
General Dentistry
From brushing your teeth to flossing to what kinds of toothpaste are most beneficial, the Scottsdale office of Dr. Judy Huey DDS helps you learn how to take care of your teeth at home as well as providing you options if you need to visit a dentist. To schedule a consultation or make an appointment, fill out the form on the right or call us at (480) 767-0132.
Over 40% of adults snore. Light snoring is no more than an embarrassing habit, but loud disruptive snoring can drive your spouse out of your bedroom. Chronic, heavy, loud snoring may also signal a condition called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) which is often associated with
It’s important to keep track of all the medicine in your home, especially if you have children or teens. This includes all medicines prescribed by your physician or dentist. Even over the counter medications such as aspirin, tylenol or cold and cough medication can cause
Your medicine cabinet may hold the answer to some of your oral health problems. Drugs that improve the health of one part of your body may have a detrimental effect on your mouth. For example, more than 400 medications produce dry mouth or xerostomia, which can be
Child’s First Dental Visit – At What Age? We recommend your child coming in for their first dentist visit once they have received all of their baby teeth or by age 2, whichever comes first. Of course, if parents are concerned with any dental issues
-A Big CDC Study Finds Fatal risks- Can consuming too much sugar be deadly? The biggest study of its kind suggests that is is possible, at least when it comes to fatal heart problems. It doesn’t take all that much extra sugar, mostly hidden in
Athletic Mouthguards for Protection and Performance A mouthguard is a flexible plastic appliance that is worn during recreational and athletic activities to protect the teeth from trauma or loss and to prevent jaw fractures. Mouthguards also minmize cut and bruised lips and cheeks by keeping
Wisdom teeth are actually your third molars which are the last teeth to erupt. They’re called wisdom teeth because they usually emerge between the ages of 17-22, though most of us would disagree with the wisdom part at that age. Wisdom teeth may grow in
These charts show the names of your child’s baby (primary) teeth as each tooth erupts and is lost. Keep in mind that not all children get the same teeth at the same times. Your child’s teeth may erupt or fall out earlier or later than
Do I Need Dental X-Rays Every Visit? While we share your concerns about potential risks from too much exposure to radiation, x-rays [radiographs] are a necessary part of the dental health process. Our philosophy is that x-rays should not be routine but utilized when they