Category: Preventive Dentistry

What Toothaches Mean For Your Oral Health

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When you notice sensitivity in your teeth while eating or speaking, or a toothache that doesn’t pass with time, then you need to seek treatment. Otherwise, this pain could mean worsening tooth decay or even the onset of an infected tooth. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about toothaches.

Protecting Smiles From Halloween Cavities

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Tooth decay is always a risk for kids and adults following Halloween. Too much sugar could leave your teeth with toothaches and an increased risk of infection! In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about how to protect smiles from the onset of Halloween cavities, and still enjoy your trick or treating fun.

Our Approach To Periodontal Treatment

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According to the Centers for Disease Control, half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from some stage of gum disease. This disease not only causes uncomfortable symptoms, but could lead to adult tooth loss! Fortunately, your Brighton, MA, dentists can offer periodontal treatment to keep your smile safe.

Dental Cleanings Help Protect Smiles

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When you see our team every six months, we can help safeguard smiles with a dental cleaning. Even if you brush and floss, this is still necessary to keep teeth and gums strong. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about how we can protect smiles with dental cleaning appointments.

Get Ready For Back-To-School With An Exam

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Whether you’re going to be a student or a teacher, helping back to school means you have a lot of preparation, such as gathering supplies and getting new clothes. But we don’t want you to forget about your smile! A back-to-school checkup and cleaning can help our patients in Brighton, MA, dentists start their first… Read more »

How Do We Treat Periodontal Disease?

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Studies from the Centers for Disease Control show that half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Without treatment, this could lead to painful symptoms and even the loss of your teeth! In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about how we diagnose and treat issues like… Read more »

What Kind Of Cleaning Do You Need?

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We all need to have our teeth professionally cleaned to avoid major complications, from bad breath and teeth stains to tooth decay and gum disease. But we actually have two different cleanings, which one will your smile need, and when should you visit us? In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about dental cleanings.

Do You Brush AND Floss?

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Often, even if people take time to brush each day, they may neglect to floss. Cleaning your teeth (and between them) is necessary to avoid complications like tooth decay and gum disease. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists offer tips for daily brushing and flossing, and recommend when to see us for a checkup… Read more »

Stopping Your Toothache

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When you have a toothache, this painful development could mean you have a cavity or an infection that needs attention.  Ignoring this could mean worsening pain, and could leave your smile vulnerable to tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about putting a stop to your aching tooth!

Treating Your Gum Disease

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According to the Centers for Disease Control, half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from periodontal disease. Without treatment, gum disease could lead to sore and bleeding gums, and even a greater risk of tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists will discuss how we help treat this issue.