We’re officially in October! Which means Halloween is just a few weeks away. While we love this spooky holiday as much as anyone, we also know that excessive candy consumption is a recipe for tooth decay. Fortunately, we have a few tips to help our Brighton, MA, patients enjoy a healthy Halloween!
Staying Gum Disease Free In Four Steps!
In our previous blog, we discussed how we treat smiles to manage periodontal disease or help avoid the onset of gum disease. Today, we would like to focus more on the preventive aspects. Let’s look at four ways our Brighton, MA, patients can stay gum disease free!
How Do You Treat Periodontal Disease?
Gum disease occurs for a number of reasons, including poor oral hygiene and even our daily habits (such as smoking). However, we can actually offer patients treatment for periodontal disease. How do we treat gum disease in Brighton, MA, and what dangers does periodontal disease pose for our smiles?
We Offer Natural Looking Dental Restorations
When a tooth becomes damaged, or when an oral health issue develops that threatens the health and stability of a tooth, treatment is crucial. In order to preserve our Brighton, MA, patients’ smiles, we often create and place lifelike dental restorations.
We’re Answering Questions About Invisalign®
Our Brighton, MA, patients with misalignment often talk about how uneven teeth impact their appearance. However, misalignment also leads to issues with the health and function of your smile. Instead of metal braces, we can help with a series of clear and comfortable plastic aligners. Let’s answer a few common questions about Invisalign®.
Does Your Family Need A Back To School Visit?
The new school year is about the begin, which means kids, college students, and educators will be heading back to school. We know that once the school year begins, finding time to see the dentist can often be difficult. Instead of postponing your visit until winter break, why not see us for a back to school visit and start your year with a healthier smile!
Can A Root Canal Save My Tooth?
When you develop a dental infection, there is always a risk of losing the tooth if treatment isn’t provided in a timely manner. In order to save your tooth, you may need a root canal procedure. How does this endodontic procedure help save an infected tooth?
Quiz: Why Do I Need An Oral Cancer Screening?
When we examine your smile every few months, we look for signs of decay and other oral health concerns. But did you know that we also screen for oral cancer? Undergoing a screening for this serious disease is crucial for your oral health.
How Do Dental Implants Replace Missing Teeth?
We can lose teeth for a number of reasons, from injury to poor oral hygiene or even the advanced stage of gum disease, periodontitis. When gaps appear in our smiles, our oral health and quality of life can suffer. Fortunately, we can use advanced dental implants to provide secure and lifelike replacements for missing teeth.
Does Your Smile Need Invisalign®?
Patients with misalignment need orthodontics to enjoy straighter and healthier smiles. However, you don’t need to rely solely on metal orthodontics to correct crooked and crowded teeth. Instead, we can use the unique Invisalign® system to offer a more even smile.