Preventing Acid Attacks from Sugary Snacks

Preventing Acid Attacks from Sugary Snacks

No big surprise… sugar is the number one reason children get cavities. Many parents are aware of this but don’t realize it’s the frequency of sugar intake that causes cavities, not the quantity. Every time your child eats or drinks anything with any amount...
Treating Dental Accidents and Injuries

Treating Dental Accidents and Injuries

Wouldn’t it be nice to know if and when a dental emergency was going to happen? That way you could make the appropriate plans and appointments for dental care. Unfortunately, no one knows when – but you do know who can help! Conveniently located in...
Fear of Visiting the Dentist?

Fear of Visiting the Dentist?

You’re not alone. Emotionally intense childhood memories are powerful. Over the years, they can manifest themselves and actually prevent adults from seeking out regular dental care that will help preserve and protect their teeth. The good news is the practice of...

AXIS Dental Team in Guatemala

Guatemala, a country entrenched in civil war for the better half of the 20th century. Thousands of children orphaned. Thousands of women widowed. Chichicastenango, is an indigenous town remotely located northwest of Guatemala City. A worn and torn land rich in Mayan...
Emergency Dentistry – Broken or Chipped Tooth?

Emergency Dentistry – Broken or Chipped Tooth?

Dealing with a broken or chipped tooth or other dental emergency is not the same as dealing with a broken or chipped windshield. Your vehicle doesn’t have feelings or experience pain, but your mouth does! Some of the most common dental injuries are knocked-out...

Wisdom Teeth and Complicated Extractions

Did you know that on average it takes less than 30 minutes to extract all four wisdom teeth? You don’t need to see an oral surgeon elsewhere or go to a hospital for this procedure, you can make an appointment with Dr. Terry Papneja at AXIS Dental Group and relax...