If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for your child, you may be wondering, “When is the best time to get started?” After all, you don’t want to interrupt the normal development of his or her teeth. Another question that often arises is, “Is it ever too late to undergo orthodontic treatment?” As you continue reading, an
read moreDid you know that nearly 75% of all teens and pre-teens need orthodontic treatment? Fortunately, there are more options available than ever before, including traditional braces in West Brookfield and Invisalign clear braces. Both give teenagers the great results they’re after, but each one comes with a different set of advantages to think about. Keep
read moreAccording to a study conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics, getting a dental crown is the single most common restorative dental procedure, with approximately 2.3 million made each year. Since dental crowns must withstand the same daily pressure that natural teeth do, their general lifespan is between 5 and 15 years, depending on
read moreEvery part of your body is intensely in-tune with each other. Although it doesn’t seem like it, the health of your teeth and gums can have an impact on your mental well-being, and vice versa. Most people are completely unaware of this connection and how it works. Next time you visit your dentist in Worcester,
read morePeriodontal diseases primarily result from infections and inflammation of the gums and bone that surround the teeth. It is important to address early-stage gum disease, called “gingivitis,” before it progresses to more serious “periodontitis,” which threatens both tooth and bone loss. In fact, periodontal disease poses as much (if not more) of a danger to
read moreWhen a tooth is too damaged to accept a filling but not damaged enough to require a crown, dental “onlays” and “inlays” present excellent options. These types of dental restorations, which are also referred to as “indirect fillings,” are used to repair teeth’s damaged chewing surfaces. In cases where there is no damage to the
read moreIt has long been established that healthy gums and strong teeth go a long way toward preserving well-being. Recently, this association was clearly demonstrated by a study that found that tooth loss, gum disease, tooth decay, and dry mouth may be linked with increased risks of frailty in older adults, especially men. “Frailty” is a
read moreAlong with sports eye-wear, helmets, and face masks, the American Dental Association strongly advises athletes to wear mouth guards that protect against facial injuries. At the very least, the “boil and bite” mouth guards available at pharmacies, which are made out of thermoplastic resins that can be shaped by the tongue and fingers, offer some
read moreWhile titanium has been the traditional material of choice for dental implants, patients also have the option of a non-metal tooth-root replacement. Like its titanium counterpart, a “zirconia” dental implant is biocompatible, enabling it to be embedded in the jawbone, with which it bonds directly through a process known as “osseointegration.” Unlike a titanium dental
read moreDuring comprehensive twice-a-year dental checkups, the dentist and hygienist not only perform a professional cleaning and health assessment of the patient’s teeth and gums, but they also screen for signs of oral cancer. Also known as “mouth cancer,” these types of cancers include cancers of the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, hard and
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