Answering Your Questions About Dental X-Rays If you’ve never had an X-ray at the dentist, you probably have a lot of questions. X-rays are a routine procedure, done quickly and painlessly at dental offices every day. At Lifetime Family Dental, we are here to teach you...
It’s pretty simple, but let’s break it down. Gum disease, or periodontal disease as dentists like to call it, has two major phases: gingivitis and periodontitis. Both are preventable, but only one is reversible via good oral hygiene practices. Speaking of — are you scheduled...
Have your teeth been feeling especially sensitive to hot, cold, or the bristles of your toothbrush? At your next appointment, our staff at Lifetime Family Dental will be able to properly assess if you’re experiencing early signs of gum recession. Even if you take good...
One of the first things you will encounter at Lifetime Family Dental in Gilbert is our x-ray machines. These are among our most useful diagnostic tools because they give us pictures of your mouth. A complete set of dental x-rays enables us to find problem...
We at Lifetime Family Dental have blogged about gum disease, or periodontal disease, several times in the last few years. Most of us are aware that brushing and flossing are the most important dental hygiene habits to maintain good oral health. But we still see...
Among the most fascinating (and frightening) things—especially for children—in our Lifetime Family Dental office in Gilbert is the vast array of dental tools we have for cleaning and restoring teeth. There are sharp pointy implements, flat wooden devices, and drills that look like cranes. There...
As the lockdown restrictions are eased here in Arizona, Lifetime Family Dental would like to remind you of the dental services we are currently able to offer. In short, we can offer every procedure you might need for complete dental health, except for cosmetic dentistry....
When you have a dental visit coming up, remember that we are here to help you. We have a few simple things you can do to prepare for a successful checkup. First, we want to ease any anxiety you may have about the condition of...
As most of us are aware, we are in the middle of a worldwide viral epidemic. At Lifetime Family Dental in Gilbert, we are following recommended guidelines for dental clinics. We also need to address a few points with you so that any potential exposure...
One of the most important things you can do for your health is to schedule a regular complete dental checkup and cleaning. Given that many people are afraid of going to the dentist, we want you to know that a checkup is the front line...