Family Dental Practice of Newington Blog

Has your care team already scheduled your dental implant surgery? If so, you are no doubt excited about your upcoming procedure. But you might also be a bit apprehensive. A degree of nervousness is normal! Being well-prepared can help to soothe anxiety and make your treatment experience as easy as possible. Here are some simple things you can do to feel ready for the big day:

Cavities and gum disease are the two most common threats to your oral health, so when you visit your dentist for biannual checkups, you obviously expect that such issues will be the focus of the examination. But did you know that dental checkups are actually much more extensive? Yes, while your dentist is looking at your mouth, they are taking note of multiple factors that relate to your oral and overall health. Would you like to learn more about their process? Continue reading to find out.

Are you looking for a new dentist? No doubt, there are lots of choices in your area. Each practice has its strong points and a specific group of people that they seek to attract. As you weigh your options, do not quickly dismiss family dentists! They are a great choice for almost anyone who is seeking to maintain or improve their oral health. What are some of the top advantages of choosing a family dentist? This blog post explains five.

As an expecting mother, you are focused on your baby’s health, but your health is also critically important! Because pregnancy can take a toll on your teeth and gums, it is vital that you visit your dentist so you can minimize risks to your smile and manage any issues that do come up. But what if your dental team offers fluoride treatment? Should you accept it? This blog post looks at the potential pros and cons of fluoride intake during pregnancy.

As a loving parent, you want what is best for your children. It is your responsibility to look after their health and safety, especially when they are in their youngest years. That can be a challenging task, particularly since you may have heard mixed messages about certain things. For example, many people say that fluoride is vital for kids’ dental development, while a handful of sources claim that it is unsafe for children. The fact is that fluoride is safe for kids! This blog post explains why there is no reason to worry.

The benefits of fluoride for children are well known. This naturally occurring mineral plays a key role in the initial development of teeth. For kids’ teeth that are already grown, it can help to prevent cavities. But what if you are an adult? Is fluoride still important for your dental health? Yes, it can have some big benefits! This blog post explains how fluoride can support healthy smiles of all ages.

Cavities are the most common dental health problem; they affect more than 90% of people at some point in their lives! That is why oral health researchers are always looking for new ways to prevent tooth decay and help patients maintain healthy teeth for a lifetime. One major innovation in recent times is called Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus. Continue reading below to learn more about this remarkable treatment and how it works.

Braces are one of the most effective ways to address dental misalignment. They can handle even complex and severe cases! Still, you might wonder how long you will need to have brackets and wires on your teeth. That really depends on your unique situation! In this blog post, you will learn about some of the factors that may influence your treatment timeline with braces.

If you completed orthodontic treatment in the past, you may have been very strict about wearing your retainer at first. After all, you did not want to lose all your hard work with braces or clear aligners! However, habits change over time, and perhaps you have become a little lax. Maybe your teeth have started to shift out of place. If you start wearing your retainer again, will that get your smile back where it belongs? This blog post discusses whether it is possible to restraighten your teeth with an old retainer.

Has your dentist or orthodontist recommended that you start wearing braces? You might already know that this form of treatment is one of the best ways to straighten your teeth, but you may still hesitate to commit. Perhaps part of the reason behind your reluctance is that you have heard things about braces that you dislike. This blog post aims to share the truth behind five common myths about braces so you can have a more balanced view of this treatment.