East Valley Dental Professionals

09/04/2026

Unsurprisingly, our Topic of the Week was a total landslide! 🦘 🐿️ Given the choice between taking on 1 kangaroo or 25 squirrels, our patients overwhelmingly chose the squirrels (15 to 5)!
Apparently, too many of you have seen videos of kangaroos boxing and decided "absolutely not" 😆🦘
How about you? Which one would you choose?
Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and restful Labor Day weekend—enjoy doing whatever you want! 🇺🇸✨

09/03/2026

A cracked tooth requires prompt evaluation by a dentist to determine the type of fracture and appropriate treatment. Options range from dental bonding for minor cracks to porcelain crowns for moderate fractures, root canal therapy for cracks reaching the pulp, or extraction for severe splits.

At East Valley Dental Professionals in Mesa, Dr. Nathan Smith provides same-day emergency appointments to diagnose your crack and recommend the least invasive treatment that will protect your tooth long-term.

09/02/2026

When most people hear “Botox,” they think about wrinkles. But this prescription treatment has applications that go well beyond cosmetics, including some that may surprise you.

1. Ease jaw tension
Botox can temporarily relax overactive jaw muscles, which may help patients experiencing muscle-related jaw tension and discomfort.

2. Reduce the effects of clenching and grinding
Constant clenching can put significant force on your teeth and jaw. In appropriate cases, Botox may help reduce the intensity of jaw muscle activity.

3. Help manage certain TMJ-related symptoms
For some patients, relaxing overactive muscles can be one part of a broader approach to managing muscle-related TMJ discomfort.

4. Reduce muscle-related facial pain
When facial and jaw muscles are working overtime, they can become painful and fatigued. Botox may help by decreasing excessive muscle contractions.

5. Help prevent chronic migraines
Botox is also an established treatment for chronic migraine. Its use involves specific injection sites in the head and neck and is different from cosmetic Botox.

Botox isn't always about beauty. Sometimes, it's about function.

08/31/2026

You don't have to give up your coffee, tea, or favorite foods to keep your smile looking bright. A few simple habits can help.

Rinse with water after drinks that can stain, keep up with your regular cleanings, brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush, and don't wait until your smile has noticeably faded before asking about a touch-up. And remember, whitening doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing thing. Taking care of your teeth between treatments can help you get more mileage out of that brighter smile.
A little maintenance goes a long way.

08/31/2026

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08/28/2026

Alright the tally’s are in for the Topic of the month:
Patients that had appointments voted and most would like to be a vampire over a werewolf!

08/27/2026

If you’ve spent any time on dental social media, you’ve probably heard about nanohydroxyapatite. You may have also heard that it’s a “miracle” ingredient, a complete replacement for fluoride, or that fluoride is something you should avoid at all costs.

The truth is more interesting.

Nanohydroxyapatite is a promising dental ingredient that can help support enamel remineralization, and research continues to explore its role in preventing cavities. But it isn’t a magic ingredient, and the evidence isn’t strong enough to make one toothpaste the right choice for everyone.

Your risk of cavities, age, enamel, diet, medications, oral hygiene, and existing dental work all matter. The best dental advice usually isn’t found in a viral video. It starts with your dentist.

08/26/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the real experts in unconditional love, snack detection, and making themselves comfortable in places they absolutely should not be.

Happy National Dog Day to all the good dogs who keep us smiling!

08/25/2026

Skipping a dental visit might feel like a way to save money today. Unfortunately, dental problems rarely get cheaper by waiting.

Regular exams can help identify small problems before they become bigger, more complicated, and potentially more expensive ones.

Think of preventive dentistry as maintenance for your smile. A little attention now can help you avoid a much bigger repair later.

08/24/2026