Category: Preventive Dentistry

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 »

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 »

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.

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 »

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!

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.

If you don’t seek a professional cleaning from your dentist, this could lead to an increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about how a simple procedure could help prevent disease, and also bad breath and teeth stains. Find out why we recommend one every six… Read more »

Along with brushing and flossing your teeth each day, you also need to visit the dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning. These visits will help protect your smile from issues like tooth decay and gum disease. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists talk about what to expect from these visits.

In our last blog, we took a close look at brushing your teeth and how to do so properly. In today’s blog, we want to continue that process with a focus on proper flossing. As your Brighton, MA, dentists will explain, this is crucial for keeping your smile healthy and strong! In fact, this could… Read more »

To fight plaque buildup and protect your smile from poor oral health, you need to brush your teeth each day. But even those who do take time to do this, may not be doing so correctly. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentists want to offer some tips for optimal brushing and flossing.