A Compromised Dental Crown Needs Timely Treatment

Our dentist, Dr. Ali Nia can use a dental crown restoration to address a tooth that has been significantly altered by a large cavity, has lost a significant amount tooth enamel, or has a significant cosmetic imperfection. Sometimes a dental crown might be needed to treat a tooth with a distressed or missing filling or does not have enough natural... read more »

A Dental Bridge Needs a Little Extra Focus in Your Oral Hygiene Practices

The new dental bridge installed in your mouth at Dr. Ali Nia’s dental office consists of a single piece of dental material that corresponds to the missing tooth. It is securely fused to a crown on each end. Even though the durable dental material used in your bridge will be immune the pervasive ravages of bacterial tooth decay, it will... read more »

A Dental Crown Could Replace Your Unhealthy Filling

When placed, dental fillings are designed to restore areas of tooth decay for several years, but they can’t last forever. Over time, bacteria levels in your mouth invade the lining of your smile where the natural tooth enamel meets the filling, and tooth decay can develop in the tooth. If you noticed a slightly grayed appearance around the filling, this... read more »

Facts About Toothbrushes

Your toothbrush is a handy and important tool that should be used regularly. It can help you clean your teeth and gumline as well as help you have a top-notch oral health and smile. To help you know a little more about toothbrushes, our dentist, Dr. Ali Nia, is happy to share some facts. Those facts are: -It’s best to... read more »

Sensitivity Checkups

Addressing tooth sensitivity is no cake-walk, but fortunately for those of us in the Mesa, Arizona, neighborhood, Dr. Ali Nia is an expert. Read on to find out more about how our staff at Mesa Dental Care can address your tooth sensitivity problems. Caring for tooth sensitivity is one of our specialties, and across the years we've helped a number... read more »

A Closer Look at X-Rays

X-rays are a very important diagnostic tool in dentistry. When you make your first visit to the dentist, he may take an x-ray of your teeth and jaws to get a clear picture of your oral health. The dentist can use the x-rays to track how your teeth and jaws change over the years, which will help in determining your... read more »

The Right Tools For Mouth Care

Your oral hygiene habits don’t mean much if the tools you are using are faulty or inefficacious. Here is a rundown of what you should be looking for in your dental hygiene tools to ensure maximum beneficial effect.   Brush: Choose a soft-bristled toothbrush that has the ADA Seal of Acceptance on the package. Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months,... read more »

Oral Health ABCs: Tooth Decay

Are you familiar with tooth decay? Although tooth decay is extremely common, it can be easily neglected or overlooked despite being one of the most serious ailments that can affect your teeth and gums. The battle against tooth decay never ends. Even if you have optimum oral health and extremely clean teeth one year, neglecting your oral health care treatments... read more »

Inconsistent Flossing Is Often a Factor in Gum Disease Development

Your daily oral hygiene routine helps to remove bacterial deposits from your mouth before they can harden into tartar. As this bacterial rich substance starts to accumulate near the gumline, it can significantly raise your chances of suffering from gum disease and other periodontal health complications. A daily oral hygiene routine of brushing twice and flossing at least once each... read more »