Dentistry of Old Town Scottsdale

Dr. Brittain recommends getting a new toothbrush at least every three months. If you’re using an electronic toothbrush, make sure to check the recommendation of the type of toothbrush because you may not have to change the head of the brush often. If a patient has gum disease, Dr. Brittain recommends that you change your brush more often then every three months. Also, after brushing, it’s very important to wash and rinse your brush out with hot water, then store it upright somewhere it can dry between uses. This will kill germs and bacteria and keep your toothbrush clean.

It’s very important to schedule regular cleanings. Dr. Brittain recommends coming in twice a year. Not all dental problems have obvious symptoms at first, and catching them early will save a lot of money and hassle. Not only can we identify problems before they become painful and expensive, but we can also help to keep your smile looking fantastic. We know how important it is to feel comfortable with your smile. This is why we offer options to our patients to meet their oral health goals.

We know how busy life can be. Fitting a dental appointment into your busy schedule seems to be one of the most difficult things you have to do. Proper oral hygiene can be difficult to maintain. Brushing for two minutes twice a day and flossing after every meal will keep many oral hygiene problems away, but not all. Scheduling a cleaning at Dentistry of Old Town Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona twice a year is highly recommended to maintain proper oral hygiene and catch problems before they become costly and painful.

A dentist is a specialist who has been trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent oral health problems. Dr. Brittain has completed many years of medical schooling in order to practice dentistry. After schooling, a dentist can receive either a DDS or DMD degree. DDS stands for Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and DMD stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine. Some doctors specialize in pediatric dentistry as well, which means that they work with children from infancy up through the teenage years. There are other specializations that a dentist may go to school for: 1. Oral and maxillofacial (includes pathology, radiology, and surgery) 2. Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics 3. Endodontics (specialization in root canals) 4. Periodontics (specialization in gum disease) 5. Prosthodontics (specialization in dental implants)

Dentistry is the treatment and prevention of disorders and diseases of patients teeth, gums, mouth, and jaw. Dentistry performed properly is necessary for complete oral health, and it has a significant impact on the health of a patient’s entire body.

Hello Kathleen. I know we work with Medicare every day. So, yes, we "take Medicare". But, please call the office because we can give you actual information on what impact this will have on your specific needs. We'll try to let you know if we would be a good place to take advantage of your benefits or if there is an advantage somewhere else that you could seek. Have a great day. Doc. 480-945-3723