Cactus Pear Dental

05/26/2026

05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor those who gave everything for our treedom. 🇺🇸

Our office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

Sometimes the best dentistry is the most conservative.

Years of wear had shortened this patient’s front teeth and changed the way their bite fit together.

By creating new partial dentures, we were able to restore the proper bite and create the space needed to rebuild the worn front teeth with tooth-colored composite bonding.

This conservative approach improved both function and appearance while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.

A practical and minimally invasive solution that restored both function and appearance.

05/19/2026

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children have their first dental visit by age 1, or within 6 months of their first tooth coming in.

This first visit is usually quick, simple, and stress-free. We’ll count their teeth, make sure everything is developing normally, check for any early signs of cavities, and answer your questions about brushing, fluoride, pacifiers, and thumb sucking.

Just as importantly, these early visits help your child become comfortable with the dental office and build a positive relationship with the dentist from the very beginning.

Starting early sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles and can help prevent small issues from becoming bigger ones later on.

At Cactus Pear Dental, we love helping little ones feel safe, comfortable, and excited about taking care of their teeth.

05/17/2026

We love our patients 🥰

05/15/2026

🦷✨ Did you know iodine can help reduce harmful bacteria in your mouth?

At Cactus Pear Dental, we use iodine at many hygiene appointments to help reduce bacteria and support healthier gums. We also recommend it as an easy addition to your at-home routine for patients who want to take their oral health to the next level.

💚 Helps reduce harmful bacteria
💚 Supports healthier gums
💚 Helps reduce plaque and biofilm buildup

How to use it: Brush with it, spit, and don’t rinse so it can keep working.

We carry it in a convenient dropper bottle right in our office for just $12.

Have questions about whether iodine may be a good fit for your home care routine? Ask us at your next visit!

05/12/2026

Save the hard toothbrushes for your shoes and grout lines, not your teeth. Your gums will thank you.

05/09/2026

We were happy to be able to be a part of this great event🩷🦷💚

05/08/2026

Loved spending the day at CO Harrison today teaching healthy habits one little smile at a time 🪥✨ Dr. O and Angel RDH had so much fun talking brushing tips, healthy snacks, and oral hygiene with these amazing students

05/06/2026

We love helping kids feel comfortable and confident at the dentist. And while Angel is newer to Cactus Pear Dental, she’s definitely not new to dental hygiene. We’re so lucky she came with Dr. O. 🌵