Do you wake up every morning with a stiff and achy jaw? You may clench and grind while you sleep (brux), or you may be suffering from a TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder. Not only can TMJ disorders be caused by bruxing, bruxing can also be a symptom of a TMJ. Bruxing is much easier to […]
Are You Unfamiliar With Cosmetic Dentistry? Let’s Change That!
Cosmetic dentistry is a relatively new field which involves improving the appearance of a person’s teeth, gums, bite, or a combination thereof. While up until recently dentistry was all about keeping your teeth healthy and strong, there were no specific treatments to make your smile more attractive. All of that has changed, however. Today, although […]
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TILT Studio: Fun At Full Blast!
Do you have teenagers? Do you still think you’re a teenager? Then have we got something for you. As you know, here at Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury we aren’t only about dentistry. While we are mostly about dentistry, we also like to encourage our patients to enjoy their community. Not a stone’s throw away is […]
Oral Cancer Doesn’t Just Affect Older Men
There was a time when the common demographic for oral cancer was male smokers over the age of 55. Today that demographic has changed. Oral cancer now occurs more frequently in people under the age of 40, regardless of whether they smoke or not. Oral cancer is a subset of all head and neck cancers […]
What Botox And Dermal Fillers Have To Do With Dentistry
You may think that dentistry is just about your teeth, but a smile makeover can go beyond making your just your teeth more attractive. It’s true that people notice your smile first, but your lips and surrounding facial features are also a big part of your smile. If you have especially thin or wrinkly lips, […]
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Dental Bonding Vs Veneers
If you are looking to change the way your teeth look, whether you want them longer, differently shaped or are correcting more than one minor imperfection, you may wonder whether to choose dental bonding or veneer treatment, and what both entail. Both can help improve your smile, but each has its own advantages and disadvantages […]
How Come All I See Is Gums?
Your periodontal tissue and ligaments help stabilize and hold your teeth in your jawbone. They are also part of your smile. If your gums are too long, thick, and overgrown you probably have a gummy smile. Your gums should only take up about one-third of your tooth and if they are longer or asymmetrical they […]
Animal Tracking And Fun With Footprints And Signs
It may be the middle of winter but we are used to such weather around here. If you love the outdoors and you love animals, have we got an idea for you! The Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary is hosting the following activities: Fun with Animal Footprints and Signs and Animal Tracking. If you enjoy […]
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The Mīnūte Make-Over
Are you unhappy with minor imperfections in your dentition that you think you can do nothing about? Sometimes there are one or two (or more) small things that you may feel mar your smile such as pits, grooves, teeth that are uneven, too pointed, or have rough or scalloped edges, and more. Sometimes small changes […]
Can People Tell If I’ve Had My Teeth Bonded?
Dental bonding is a fast and easy way to make minor changes to your dentition. Bonding can be used to fill spaces between your teeth; to whiten teeth; to add length, width, or both; to cover craze lines and other minor imperfections; to repair chipped, broken, or fractured teeth; and more. Dental bonding is also […]
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