What better way to start a Friday than a movie screening with your children? And it’s even better when the movie outing is free! Later this month on Friday, April 24, the Shrewsbury Public Library is hosting another installment of its regular Get Lost in a Movie! event with a family-friendly movie screening. The event […]
Teeth Whitening Frequently Asked Questions
No one can deny the impact of a bright smile: A dazzling smile that impresses isn’t complete without white teeth. Plus, you smile with more confidence when you have beautiful white teeth. Many people associate white teeth with a healthy mouth, so a bright white smile is more attractive. Are your teeth looking dull or […]
The Dental Health Benefits of Botox
Botox at the dentist?! No, you’re not misreading. Botox is useful for more than just beauty: Botox and dermal fillers can also be used to benefit your dental health. If you have TMJ disorder or bruxism, you may know the pain of an aching jaw all too well. Disorders related to the joints in your […]
What is Teeth Contouring?
There are several cosmetic dental treatments to improve your smile: dental bonding, teeth whitening, veneers. Which is the right choice for you? If your smile could be improved by refining the shape and size of your teeth to make them appear linear and your smile more streamlined, then teeth contouring might be the perfect treatment […]
How Should You Handle a Dental Emergency?
Life happens: With the many ups and downs of life, come unexpected discomforts and trauma, like dental emergencies. What is a dental emergency? A dental emergency is a dental concern that requires attention immediately or soon after the occurrence. It is not something that is life-threatening. Perhaps you bit down on a hard piece of […]
The Benefits of Fluoride for Children
Good oral hygiene should begin early in life. It’s important for parents to teach their young children about their teeth and how to properly take care of their teeth and gums with twice-daily brushing, daily flossing, and a healthy diet. Another helpful boost for children’s teeth? Fluoride. A naturally occurring mineral, fluoride helps strengthen tooth […]
Family-Friendly Music & Reading Event
Books and beats come together at this upcoming family-friendly event that combines reading with music. Book Beats is a program with lively music and reading. The event is geared toward children under the age of 5 years old, though all ages are welcome. The event will feature book readings mixed with singing and movement to […]
5 Benefits of Invisalign for Straight Teeth
Traditional metal braces are not for everyone. There is a time in life when it’s commonplace for our peers to have metal braces, typically during childhood or young adulthood. But if you’re now an adult and you are still longing for a beautiful, straight smile, it’s not too late to get braces — and they […]
What is a Periodontist?
Your teeth are important but don’t overlook the importance of your gums. Your teeth and gums work together for a healthy, strong mouth. Periodontium is a dental term that refers to your gums and jawbone, the soft tissue and bone that hold your teeth in place and support your teeth through a lifetime of daily […]
4 Reasons to Replace Your Missing Teeth
If you’ve had a tooth extracted or lost one or more teeth to another circumstance, than you may be all too familiar with missing spaces in your mouth. These gaps can affect your confidence, but there are more reasons than worries about appearance to consider replacing these missing teeth. Spaces left behind by missing teeth […]