Baby teeth are small but strong oral bones that help the baby eat, talk, and smile. Although they are lost eventually, they serve many purposes. To help you know more about baby teeth in Chandler, Arizona, Dr. Emanuel Amato and our dental team are happy to share some information with you. Baby teeth start to grow into place when your... read more »

Have you ever heard of pediatric dentistry? Pediatric dentistry is a specialized branch of dentistry that is focused specifically on the oral health care for younger individuals. Typical ages include infants, children, and young adults. In addition, pediatric dentists help treat special needs patients. Through pediatric dentistry, we can give advanced procedures to younger individuals to ensure the continued development... read more »

Although thumb sucking is generally seen as a common routine that children have, it can be a serious problem, and lead to severe oral health defects, including misalignments and slow growth of the permanent teeth. Thumb sucking can also cause malocclusions and other spacing issues that arise from the constant stress placed on the teeth. Thumb-sucking can be hazardous to... read more »

Sugarless gum is a fiercely debated topic as to whether it is good for your oral health or not. Although there is evidence to suggest that benefits can be had from chewing gum, especially after meals, chewing gum should generally be avoided by individuals with jaw disorders. Sugarless gum works by helping to increase the production of saliva within your... read more »

If you have gum disease, you need to have it treated immediately. Gum disease is dangerous and can lead to serious problems for your oral health. That is why our team here at Chandler Family Dental Care in Chandler, Arizona, is happy to talk to you about gum disease so you can avoid this serious problem.   Gum disease, also... read more »

Tooth loss from a severe dental trauma, untreated cavity, or a treatment method that required total extraction can significantly compromise your mouth in different ways. Beyond the simple loss of function, it can also alter your appearance, change your speech, and lead to future problems with the alignment of your teeth. Here at Chandler Family Dental Care we offer several... read more »

The overall health of your mouth has a direct bearing on your quality of life. Preventing and detecting oral health issues early is incredibly important for maintaining a healthy mouth. The American Dental Association recommends having a routine dental exam and cleaning performed twice a year. Each dental checkup performed at Dr. Emanuel Amato’s clinic in Chandler, Arizona encompasses the... read more »

Are your teeth in danger of toothaches? Although toothaches could be the result of a variety of causes, most likely a toothache occurs when the nerve endings in a tooth have been damaged. Oftentimes, this can be the result of blunt trauma or a hole in your tooth enamel. If you have a hole in your tooth enamel, it is... read more »

As the years go by, multiple cavities and complications from severe periodontal disease can cause the loss of multiple teeth. When this happens, there might not be sufficient bone structure in place to fully restore the function of your mouth with dental implants. In a situation this severe, Dr. Emanuel Amato might recommend extracting all of your teeth to prepare... read more »

Are you missing one or more teeth? Do you wish to have a beautiful, fully functional smile once again? Ask our dentist about dental implants in Chandler, Arizona. Dental implants restore not only the tooth, but the tooth root. Implants are made up of three parts: a titanium screw, a dental restoration, and an abutment. The titanium screw is placed... read more »