Maybe you have heard that only older adults are prone to tooth loss, or that certain age groups are not at risk of developing certain oral health problems. One thing is certain: regular dental checkups and a diligent oral hygiene regimen are important for patients of all ages. For most patients, regardless of age, the […]
A Quick Oral Health Quiz on Teens’ Teeth
When most people think about their years as a teenager, they focus on things like senior prom and getting their driver’s license. What not every teen understands is the importance of establishing healthy habits during this time. Caring for one’s teeth and gums during the formidable teen years is a challenge, but it’s also necessary. […]
The Shocking Science Behind Teeth vs. Tinfoil
Picture this: You’ve just sat down to lunch, and cold pizza is on the minute. You carefully unwrap a slice from its tinfoil covering, but as you take the first bite, you experience an unexpected jolt of pain in your tooth. It turns out that you missed a teensy bit of tinfoil hidden in the […]
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Why Do My Teeth Hurt When I Eat?
How is that something as seemingly harmless as a sip of hot coffee or even a bite of soft-serve ice cream can cause such discomfort for your teeth? Sensitive teeth affect an estimated one out of every twelve Americans, creating a very real challenge for both their hygiene and their diet. Before you can treat […]
No Pain? No Reason to Skip Your Dental Checkups
“If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it.” A common expression, but one that has no place in matters of your oral health. We always encourage our patients to schedule a full dental checkup and cleaning for once every six months, regardless of whether they have any complaints or discomfort. Preventive care is one of your […]
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This or That: Electric vs. Manual Toothbrushes
Electric toothbrushes these days can do it all, or at least that’s what their manufacturers would have you believe. Really, though, is an electric toothbrush any better or more effective than a good old-fashioned toothbrush? Does one remove more plaque or stimulate the gums more than the other? Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and […]
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Avoid a Midlife Crisis With Cosmetic Dentistry
It is easy to poke fun at the idea of a midlife crisis, but the changes that prompt this feeling are very real. Physical, emotional, and hormonal changes make these years challenging, but we believe that it is possible to sidestep a so-called crisis with cosmetic and restorative dentistry. There is much to look forward […]
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Could Popping Your Gum Cause a Popping Jaw?
We often recommend chewing gum as a means of cleansing your mouth and freshening your breath. While this practice is acceptable on occasion, chewing gum too often could have surprising effects on your overall health. Before you chomp down on that third or fourth stick of gum, consider the possible consequences. […]
Insurance Won’t Cover Teeth Whitening? Try This Instead
We often receive questions from patients about whether dental insurance covers such cosmetic treatments as teeth whitening. The answer varies from one plan to another, but this does not mean that your insurance benefits cannot go toward improving the look of your smile. Professional teeth cleaning and twice-a-year dental exams go a long way toward […]
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Breakfast, Brunch, and Braces in Shrewsbury, MA
As anyone who has ever worn traditional metal braces will tell you, orthodontic treatment requires a major commitment to hygiene and a willingness to make some sacrifices. This is immediately obvious to the braces wearer who sits down to lunch only discover that his or her favorite foods are no longer an option. Dr. Todd […]
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