Brighton, Massachusetts dentist Dr. Villani sharpens your oral health knowledge with this short quiz.
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Problems of Sugarfree Gum
Are you constantly chewing gum? You may suffer from weight loss or jaw pain. Dr. Villani can help you maintain good oral health.
Keep Your Smile from Showing Your Age, Part 2
Dr. Thomas Villani and Dr. Richard Kondrat are family and cosmetic dentists serving patients in Brighton, Cambridge, Watertown, and the surrounding communities. Call Brighton Family Dental Group at (617) 562-5210 to reserve your appointment.
A Few Facts About Fluoride
Dental fluoride is a routine part of most dental cleanings and exams at many dental offices. For some time, however, the use of fluoride has been a debate among dental and health professionals.
The question remains: Is fluoride good for you and your teeth, or not?
Well, the answer is yes. Fluoride contains a protective component for your teeth, but it can be harmful in certain circumstances, as well.
Three Misconceptions about Dental Implants
As technology advances, the web becomes our go-to forum for information. However, you can’t always believe what you read. This holds true with dental implants. I’m Dr. Villani of Brighton Family Dental Group, and I would like to share with you three misconceptions — and truths — about dental implants. Misconception: Dental implant surgery has… Read more »
Dedicate Yourself to Great Dental Health in 2011
With the new year upon us, New Year’s resolutions are on everyone’s minds. Unfortunately, it is more common for people to forget about their resolutions before the end of January, rather thank keep them for the entire year. I am Dr. Thomas Villani of Brighton Family Dental Group, and I have a challenge for you.
Be the exception to the New Year’s resolution trend. Set a goal and stick to it. It won’t be as hard as you think because my team and I are here to help.
I want to help you dedicate yourself to your dental health in 2011. This means different things for different people. If you can’t remember the last time you had a dental exam, it’s time to come in. I like to see my patients for a check-up every six months to make sure that everything is healthy and working properly. In addition to a dental cleaning, I will check for gum disease and scan for oral cancer at this check-up.
A Root Canal can Salvage an Infected Tooth
We have all heard about the dreaded root canal. It’s true: root canals have a bad reputation. I am Dr. Thomas Villani and I am here to tell you that root canals aren’t as bad as they sound. My associate at Brighton Family Dental Group, Dr. Richard Kondrat, and I happy to answer questions to put your mind at rest before and during your root canal procedure.
Your mouth and body are connected. Let us tell you how!
Here at Brighton Family Dental Group, we are dedicated to keeping your mouth healthy, but this is actually more important than you may have thought. A number of recent studies have proven that a direct correlation between oral health and overall health exists. My team and I want to educate you and your family on how good oral health paves the way for a long, healthy life.
Getting Your Gums Healthy
Do you have red, swollen, tender gums that bleed when you brush or floss or teeth? Maybe you suffer from bad breath and hardened plaque build-up at the gum line. If so, you might suffer from gum disease and don’t even know it.
