If you have a flex plan, chances are your benefits will expire at the end of the year. Instead of letting the money you have put aside go to waste, consider a restorative dental treatment that may not be fully covered by your insurance plan. Flexible spending accounts do not typically cover aesthetic treatments, but […]
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The trigeminal nerve is the largest nerve in the face. In addition to being responsible for facial sensations, this nerve also controls motor functions such as biting and chewing. Running through the jaw, the trigeminal nerve is most impacted by TMD. Many of the symptoms of TMD are caused by pressure placed on the trigeminal
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It is not uncommon to feel somewhat anxious prior to a dental appointment. However, when that anxiety translates as fear or prevents you from seeking dental treatments, it may be time to consider your options. Mesa dentists Dr. Scott LeSueur and Dr. Charles Dodaro understand how difficult it can be to overcome your fears about
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Between 2010 and 2014, there has been a 14 percent increase in the number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment. Now, an average of 1.2 million people in the United States seek adult braces on a yearly basis – a number largely made possible by the advent of treatments such as Invisalign®. Invisalign offers adults suffering
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According to Gallup, 63.7 percent of American adults report visiting the dentist at least once in the past 12 months for routine dental care. In Arizona, only 59.3 percent of adults report seeing a dentist in the last year for professional teeth cleaning and examinations. This places our state 27th in dental health nationally. Routine
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There are a number of cosmetic advantages offered by Invisalign®. The clear aligner trays are less obvious than other forms of orthodontia, because they are not affixed to your teeth they will not produce staining, and teeth are gently pushed into their optimal and most attractive alignment over the treatment period. However, cosmetic benefits are
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What is plaque? Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that develops on your teeth and gums. Over time, the bacteria in this plaque can produce acid and eat through your tooth enamel which leads to dental cavities. If you do not diligently maintain good dental hygiene practices and visit our Mesa dental office twice a year for
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Dental phobia can be a difficult condition to deal with. Fear of the dentist leads you to avoid dental appointments, which leads to additional need for dental work, which leads to increased anxiety about going to the dentist. Many dentists, including Dr. LeSueur and Dr. Dodaro, provide help for patients with dental phobia. Among the
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Sedation dentistry can be a great option if you are afraid of the dentist or have overwhelming anxiety when you are being treated at the dentist’s office. You may be wondering what exactly constitutes sedation dentistry. For the most part, dentists can mean one of two things when using the term “sedation dentistry”: They may
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Everyone experiences bad breath from time to time. Whether you have bad breath every once in a while or chronically, you probably want to find a way to reduce or stop it. To help you combat bad breath, our dentists can: Provide tips for improving your at-home dental hygiene Check for signs of gum disease
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