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How Does Snacking Affect Your Smile?

In the fight against tooth decay, you must be mindful not only in what you do to your mouth, but also what foods you put into your mouth. It’s tempting to assume that because food moves quickly past your teeth and gums, its role in your oral health is somehow less important. Not so, says […]

“No Pictures, Please!” Paparazzi-Ready Smiles

If you watch movies, read entertainment blogs, or peruse fashion magazines, you could be forgiven for thinking that some people–most people, even–are just born with beautiful smiles. It’s an illusion, of course, as even the brightest stars sometimes need help from their dentist. Dr. Todd Pizzi and the talented team at Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury […]

Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury’s (Free!) Community Event Picks for July 2014

At Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury, we know that each of our patients is more than just a mouth. You have your own stories, interests, and dreams, just as we do. In today’s post, we’ve rounded up an eclectic selection of free, fun, and fascinating community events in and around Shrewsbury for July 2014. Shrewsbury Farmers’ […]

Not So Crazy about Vertical Tooth Fractures

The enamel on your teeth can be compared to a porcelain doll. While synthetic enamel is strong enough to take a beating as a child’s play thing, after a while, tiny cracks will begin to appear on the porcelain. Your teeth are covered with enamel, and even if it is the strongest substance in your […]

The Hidden Oral Health Threat in Your Swimming Pool

Swimmer’s ear. Sunburns. Hair tinged green by chlorinated water. It’s no secret that swimming in a pool comes with its share of minor inconveniences. What many don’t realize is that spending hours in the pool can also have consequences for your teeth. Chlorine and other chemicals are necessary to maintain the pH of pool water, […]

Invisalign and ClearCorrect: Clearly Superior Straightening

When patients come to us with questions about teeth straightening, they often do so strictly for aesthetic reasons. What they don’t always realize is that having straighter teeth has other benefits, too, especially where your oral health is concerned. Straight Teeth Are Clean Teeth Plaque and tartar are notorious for hiding within the various crevices […]

What’s in a Name? “Cosmetic” Dentistry for Men

George Clooney. Brad Pitt. Tom Cruise—familiar names and famous faces that owe their stellar smiles to cosmetic dentistry. At our Shrewsbury, MA dentist office, we love to see that so many men are now embracing Professional, Personalized Cosmetic Dentistry Why entrust your teeth and gums to a professional? It’s a matter of customization and control. […]

Save Toothpicks for Non-Dental Pursuits

Are you the type of person who likes to grab a toothpick after a meal to clean out your teeth? With a name like toothpicks, what else are you supposed to do with them, right? In fact, you really shouldn’t consider poking so close to your gum tissues with anything sharp. Sure, your dental hygienist […]

How to Safely Remove Popcorn from Your Teeth

Whether you’re at the movies, at home watching a movie, or simply want a light, non-filling treat, popcorn is often the snack of choice. As pleasing as it is to your palate, though, popcorn is notorious for working its way between your teeth and gums, sometimes remaining for days, weeks, or longer, until your mouth […]