As we age our teeth wear, just like our bodies do. We may begin to get aches and pains throughout our bodies, our limbs may feel stiff sometimes, we seem to lose our strength, and we can develop wrinkles and age spots, etc. Similar things can happen to your teeth; they become worn down and […]
Do Dentists Still Extract Teeth?
With all of today’s modern technology that seems like a good question, right? Your natural tooth structure should be saved whenever possible, and that’s why there are so many treatment options available today. Although dental implants are one of those options, your natural tooth root is, of course, preferable, if only because you won’t have […]
Modern Dentistry Of Shrewsbury Takes Part In The Shrewsbury Fall Fest!
Who said dentistry isn’t fun? Doctors, staff, and volunteers representing Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury had a great time participating in the Spirit of Shrewsbury Fall Festival, and did they have spirit! First a little bit about Shrewsbury, a town with a population of 33, 000 located in Eastern MA between Worcester and the Route 495 […]
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What Are Dental Crowns Used For?
There are several different dental treatments to choose from when needed. Of course, you need to consider certain aspects such as price, what dental problem you are trying to fix, where the problem is located in your oral cavity, whether or not the treatment is conservative or invasive, what materials to choose, how long the […]
3 Reasons To Choose Tooth-Colored Fillings
Dental fillings are meant to fill the holes left in your teeth by tooth decay. For decades the only filling material available was metal. There were gold fillings, which were the strongest and most expensive, or silver amalgam, a mixture of metals held together with mercury. Finally, composite resin, or tooth-colored fillings were invented. Since […]
Did You Know Your Child Can Spread Cavity-Causing Bacteria?
It was originally believed that only mothers and their children could swap cavity-causing bacteria, but new research has indicated otherwise. In fact, a recent research study showed that 72 percent of children participants harbored at least one strain of the bacteria Streptococcus mutans that causes cavities, that was not found in any other family member who […]
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How Is A Root Canal Performed?
Root canals are not much different than placing a dental filling. In fact, placing a filling is one of the steps associated with root canals. Because a root canal involves removing infected pulp tissue from your “root canal,” there are a few more steps involved than simply placing a filling. However, today root canal therapy […]
5 Steps For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a very widespread disorder, with studies from the Centers for Disease Control showing half of adults over 30 exhibit signs of the disease. However, with proper care and attention you can significantly reduce your risk of developing the disease. We encourage patients to take a preventive approach to safeguarding their smiles from […]
The History Of Root Canals
Based on a skull found in the Negev Desert in Israel with a bronze wire inside a tooth, it has been surmised that the wire was an attempt to treat an infected tooth, therefore, rendering it root canal treatment. The skull dates back to the second or third century B.C. It is believed that the […]
Healthy Snacks For Your Child’s Teeth
School is in session, and even when it’s not, children love to snack. Oftentimes, it is easier to toss them a bite-sized Snickers bar than it is to cut up veggies. However, not only should you consider the overall health benefits of specific snacks for your children, you should also think about what those snacks […]
