Dr. Joy M. Collier, DDS
Dentist
1646 N. Litchfield Rd. Suite 125 Goodyear AZ, 85395About
Dr. Joy Collier is a Dentist practicing in Goodyear, AZ. Dr. Collier specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
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How often should I use a gum stimulator?
If you aren’t flossing, then daily. Please be careful, gentle, or you can do irreversible damage if your gums are not healthy. READ MORE
Is a wire change needed on a monthly basis?
It’s not! The Ortho wires of today are very different than the ones your parents may have has. Many of them are now bent by computers, and or subtle changes and bends last for many months. The elastics and power chains wear out more rapidly! READ MORE
Is ibuprofen 800 mg good for a toothache?
If you are healthy you can safely alternate 600mg ibuprofen with 1000mg Tylenol. No more than 3200mg ibuprofen per 24 hours and not more than 4000mg Tylenol. If you are having to do this, you should contact a dentist. Times are interesting right now with COVID, but that much pain would qualify as an emergency. READ MORE
Can surgery remove canker sores?
Sometimes lasers can help. Usually a canker sore can last 10-14 days. I get them too! I find applying chlorhexidine rinse with a cotton swab for a minute 2-3x a day makes them disappear faster. You do need a prescription for this! READ MORE
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