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A confident smile translates into a confident person. And that confidence gives you the freedom to live the type of life you want. That’s why dentures can be such an important part of one’s life if you are dealing with discomfort and challenges caused by missing teeth. Using dentures can help you regain the functionality […]
Continue ReadingDental implants are the perfect solution for replacement of a missing tooth or multiple missing teeth. But they can also be used to secure partial or complete dentures as well as act as support for dental bridges. Dental implants can make you feel more positive and look like you never even had a missing tooth! […]
Continue ReadingThis time of year, kids… and kids at heart… are more active than ever. Whether you enjoy swimming, biking, hiking, or sports activities… and it is inevitable that someone may sustain an injury. When that injury involves a chipped tooth, it’s important that you know what to do to keep you in the game and […]
Continue ReadingBonding is the use of a composite resin, usually a plastic, to fix a decayed or fractured tooth. Typically, it is a tooth-colored material that can be used to repair chipped and discolored teeth and help them to appear more normal or attractive. It can also be used to close gaps between teeth or to […]
Continue ReadingAir abrasion is a way to remove decay from a tooth without using a dental drill. It works like a sandblaster removing graffiti from walls. The air abrasion hand piece blows a powerful air stream of tiny aluminum oxide particles, or a baking soda mixture, out of its tip onto the tooth. The tiny particles […]
Continue ReadingWe’ve all heard it said that our dog’ mouths are cleaner than our own. But is this just to make us feel better when Fido licks baby Kayla on the mouth? In fact, should we be worried when a dog gives us a big, wet pooch kiss? Well the reality is this: the bacteria in […]
Continue ReadingOf course, we’ve all been told that good oral health practice consists of daily brushing and flossing. And that is certainly true. But how can you be sure you are getting those spots where the floss or brush bristles may not quite reach? Mouthwash is a great solution… pardon the pun. By using mouthwash as […]
Continue ReadingFirst, it is a good idea to notify your doctor and your dentist after you become pregnant. That way you can work with them to develop a treatment plan that will work for you and your baby. According to both the American Dental Association and the American Pregnancy Association, Dental X-rays are safe to have […]
Continue ReadingWe all know we should limit sugar intake. But particularly so when it comes to our kids. That’s because sugar encourages tooth decay. How? Well, bacteria in our mouths feed on sugars in the foods we eat. Those bacteria then produce acid that eats away at our teeth. Here are a few tips that may […]
Continue ReadingWe understand that going to the dentist can be an anxious trip for some. But the more you know the more comfortable you will be. That’s why at Longmeadow Family Dental Care, we like to inform our patients about their options when it comes to dental care. Today, we’ll look at the similarities and differences […]
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