Family Dental Practice of Newington Blog

As you observe people who are undergoing orthodontic treatment, you may notice that most of them have braces or clear aligners on both their top and bottom teeth. But what if your bottom teeth already appear straight and healthy? The idea of treating just your upper row with Invisalign can seem appealing, as it might offer a more convenient and potentially less expensive solution. However, the decision to pursue single arch treatment is not always straightforward, and several factors must be considered before you make any final decisions.

It is common knowledge that Invisalign uses a series of custom-made clear plastic aligners to straighten teeth. However, the aligners are sometimes just one part of the equation. After a thorough evaluation, your dental team might determine that you need Invisalign attachments. What are Invisalign attachments? Do they hurt? What else should you know about them? This blog post provides helpful information.

Dental implants are a multi-faceted treatment that can provide reliable and long-lasting tooth replacement. However, the process can be complex, and you might hear or see some terms that you are unfamiliar with. This blog post aims to help you out. Below, you will find definitions for some of the most common terms that could come up during discussions with your dentist.

Dental implants are successful in more than 95% of cases, and for many patients, their prosthetic teeth last an entire lifetime. However, you should not take the success of your implants for granted. It is important that you implement some simple measures to reduce the risk of them failing. What specifically should you do? Here are some actionable tips:

If you are missing one or more teeth, you have probably heard about some of the benefits of dental implants. Truly, they are the best way to replace lost dentition! But are they right for you? You can only find out for sure by visiting a qualified dentist. In the meantime, you can learn about some of the basic qualifications of implant candidates by reading this blog post.

Virtually everyone knows that smoking is bad for teeth. But what if all of your natural teeth have been removed, and you are going to start wearing dentures instead? Does that mean you can continue to smoke without worrying about how it might affect your smile? No, it does not. In fact, there are some big reasons why you should quit smoking when you get dentures.

Dentures can look great, feel comfortable, and restore your ability to enjoy a wide variety of nutritious, filling snacks and meals. As functional as they are, though, dentures are not meant to handle certain foods. What foods should you avoid with dentures? This blog post provides some practical guidance.

Dentures are often associated with older people — individuals in their 60s, 70s, or older. It is true that many patients in their upper years can benefit from this treatment. But what about younger adults with missing teeth? Are they candidates for this form of tooth replacement? Yes! This blog post explores why dentures are not just for seniors.

Millions of people struggle with a degree of anxiety or even outright fear when they visit their dentist. Are you among them? Your feelings are nothing to be ashamed of, but if they are holding you back from receiving necessary care, you should certainly address them. How can you overcome dental fears? This blog post shares some helpful tips.

If you dislike the sights, sounds, and sensations of undergoing dental treatment, you are far from alone. Countless millions of people struggle with a degree of dental anxiety! The good news is that oral conscious sedation dentistry may be able to help. Are you a good candidate for this provision? This blog post may give you an idea of whether it is right for you.