Prescription Medications and Gum Disease
Gingival overgrowth (overgrowth of the gums) can be a side effect of many drugs including certain types of oral contraceptives, antidepressants, and heart medications. Any drug that has a side effect of dry mouth can [...]
A Healthy Mouth Contributes to a Healthy Body!
Periodontal Disease & Cancer: Experts have been aware of a relationship between periodontal disease and cancer for some time now. However, studies are showing that there are even more potential cancer links than originally suspected. [...]
Dr. Brian Williams’ Scottsdale Dental Practice is Centered on Prevention and Health
We have centered our practice on prevention and health as opposed to one that simply emphasizes emergency and repair care. The supporting gum tissue and bone are just as vital as the teeth themselves. Unfortunately [...]
GLO Teeth Whitening at Dr. Brian Williams’ Dental Office!
Clinical Results on Sensitivity No sensitivity! The GLO Brilliant™ Personal Teeth Whitening Device reinvents the experience of teeth whitening using patented G.L.O. (Guided Light Optic) technology, combining professional elements of heat and light built into a [...]
Do Your Gums Bleed when you Brush or Floss?
Bleeding gums are never normal. If your gums bleed when you brush, it could be a sign of gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. It also could be something simple like brushing or flossing [...]
What are the Causes of Black Gums?
There are a variety of reasons for black gums and in most cases, the cause is not serious. For example, amalgam tattoos are dark spots that may form around fillings, dentures, and crowns. This issue [...]
Oral Appliance Therapy for Snoring
Snoring is the sound of partially obstructed breathing during sleep. While snoring can be harmless, it can also be the sign of a more serious medical condition known as obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea [...]
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a painful, frustrating condition often described as a scalding sensation in the tongue, lips, palate, or throughout the mouth. Although BMS can affect anyone, it occurs most commonly in [...]
Stem Cells in the Gingiva May Have Important Medical Applications in the Future
Stem cells found in mouth tissue can not only become other types of cells but can also relieve inflammatory disease, according to a new Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC study in theJournal of Dental [...]
Periodontal Disease and Heart Disease
Several studies have shown that periodontal disease is associated with heart disease. While a cause-and-effect relationship has not yet been proven, research has indicated that periodontal disease increases the risk of heart disease. Scientists believe [...]
Keep Dental Implants Healthy to Avoid Peri-Implant Diseases
Peri-implant diseases are inflammatory conditions affecting the soft and hard gum tissues around dental implants. Similar to a natural tooth, bacteria can build up on the base of the implant, below the gum line. Over [...]
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Mission & Purpose
Our mission is to help people keep their permanent teeth for their entire lifetime by providing an atmosphere for our patients to make positive choices for long-term health.
Dr. Williams & Staff
Dr. Brian Williams’ enthusiasm for dentistry doesn’t stop at caring for patients who need preventive or reconstructive services at his Scottsdale practice.
The Practice
We empower and educate patients to make sound, intelligent decisions regarding their long-term
dental health.
Technology
Our state-of-the art dental technology allows for us to offer our patients services that are faster, better and less intrusive than most people might imagine.