Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a
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Thumb Sucking
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a
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Gum Recession Doesn't Have to be Permanent
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
The worst outcome of periodontal (gum) disease is tooth loss—but it isn't the only form of misery you might suffer. One of the more troublesome results associated with gum Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Carbs and Cavities
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
The Good News
Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work?
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Plaque Removal is the Top Priority for Preventing or Treating Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 11, 2021.
Tooth loss is often the unfortunate conclusion to a case of untreated periodontal (gum) disease—incentive enough to try either to prevent it or aggressively treat an infection should it Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies.
Taking the Field
If
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How Celine Dion Overcame Her Smile Obstacle
posted: Sep. 01, 2021.
For over three decades, Celine Dion has amazed audiences and fans with her powerful singing voice. Best known for her recording of "My Heart Will Go On," the theme Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Many varieties of fillings are available at our Swansea, Massachusetts office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth.
Made from a mixture
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Correcting a Poor Bite With Braces - a True Wonder
posted: Aug. 22, 2021.
Braces are so common that we often view them as "ho-hum." But there are aspects about braces that make them remarkable. For one, the fact that we can move Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Adults Can Get Cavities Too
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
Sure, you brush your teeth and floss regularly, so you might think you’re off the hook when it comes to the dental chair. However, it’s just as important for adults
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Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
posted: Aug. 12, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why Is My Child Getting Cavities?
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
We want our children to have every advantage, including oral health. That’s why you encourage your child to brush twice a day. You keep the sugary treats to a minimum.
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Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Gum Swelling Can Happen With Braces - Here's How to Avoid It
posted: Aug. 02, 2021.
A few months into wearing braces you may notice your gums are swollen. It's likely you've developed periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that usually begins with Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly —
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Like Johnny Manziel, You May Need an Oral Surgeon for a Major Dental Problem
posted: Jul. 23, 2021.
QB sensation Johnny Manziel has had a varied career in professional football. After playing two seasons for the NFL Cleveland Browns, he quarterbacked for a number of teams in Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures