Soda is hard on your teeth. By reducing consumption and practicing good oral hygiene you can help prevent tooth decay in your family.
Sip soft drinks all day, and get decay. A strong link exists between soda consumption and tooth decay. Additionally, habitual soda consumption can lead to childhood obesity, diabetes, and behavioral problems. Acids and sugars both damage and soften tooth enamel, leaving it susceptible to tooth decay and even tooth loss. How Soda Attacks Your Child’s […]
Continue ReadingWhen your upper and lower teeth do not line up properly, it can affect your dental health and confidence. Crossbites tend to present themselves during childhood, and stay misaligned as the patient ages. The misalignment can cause serious dental health problems. Fortunately, the dentists at Longmeadow Family Dental can help correct your crossbite with a […]
Continue ReadingLongmeadow Family Dental Care is expanding to better serve our patients. We are pleased to announce the arrival of Kevin P. Dooley, D.D.S. Dr. Dooley’s experience and dedication are a great addition to our staff. Be sure schedule an appointment and say hello on your next visit!
Continue ReadingThe Longmeadow Family Dental Care Team wishes you and your family a happy and safe 4th of July! #USA
Continue ReadingWe all strive to maintain good oral hygiene. Sure, we might forget to floss once in a while, but a majority of people make an effort to keep their teeth healthy. Part of this routine includes brushing the teeth twice a day. Differing opinions exist about the “best” type of toothpaste on today’s market. In […]
Continue ReadingHappy Memorial Day from all of us here at Longmeadow Family Dental Care! Take some time off to enjoy your family and friends, eat delicious food, and honor the brave men and women who have selflessly served and protected our country. As we celebrate the true meaning of this day, may we remember those who […]
Continue ReadingBabies love sucking on pacifiers. Sucking on a pacifier or thumb is a natural, comforting gesture for young children. However, when babies repeatedly suck on a pacifier or thumb over a long period of time, it can cause dental problems. Many parents are rightly concerned that pacifier use can lead to abnormal tooth development and […]
Continue ReadingFrom all of us at Longmeadow Family Dental Care, we would like to take this moment to thank all of the wonderful moms out there! May you be blessed for the ways in which you’ve invested your time and love to those around you. We would like to extend our sincerest appreciation to every mother […]
Continue ReadingIt’s often difficult to feel a cracked tooth. The pain usually comes and goes. A cracked tooth, however, is a serious dental problem that leaves the mouth defenseless to decay and infection. Although cracked teeth raise health concerns, many people tend to overlook or ignore their warning signs. Often times, patients discover that they have a cracked […]
Continue ReadingDental technology has drastically improved the way that dentists practice their craft. The new technology allows patients to undergo procedures without the time and pain associated with old school dental practices. At Longmeadow Family Dental Care, we are proud to offer the latest technology for our patients. Part of our advanced technology includes the use of […]
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