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Here's What You Can Expect With Dental Implant Surgery
posted: Aug. 30, 2021.
Getting dental implants is going to require surgery. But don't let that concern you—it's a relatively minor procedure. Currently the “gold standard” for tooth replacement, an implant consists of a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Oral Health Concerns for Infants
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Because babies’ teeth don’t appear until around six to eight months of age, it’s a natural misconception that they don’t need dental care. But the steps you take as the
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4 Ways Your Child's Dental Health Can Get Off to a Good Start This New School Year
posted: Aug. 20, 2021.
If your kids are getting ready to start back with in-person school this year, you've no doubt began stocking up on new clothes and classroom supplies. Right before school Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Can Your Dentist Tell If You’re Left-Handed?
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
Sherlock Holmes, that most famous of fictional detectives, observed clues, analyzed them, and used his powers of deduction to arrive at the solution to his cases.
the doctor and our team
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Smoking and Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many
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This Two-Part Approach Could Save Your Child's Teeth From Tooth Decay
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
Your child's dental development is in overdrive between birth and early adulthood. The rapid growth of the teeth, gums and jaws occurs mostly on its own—but tooth decay could Read more -
Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay
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Love and Hip Hop Host's No-Gap Smile and How You Can Have One Too
posted: Jul. 31, 2021.
Nina Parker, the host of Love & Hip Hop for six seasons, is now busy with the new game show Blockbusters and her own talk show The Nina Parker Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Many varieties of fillings are available at our Methuen, 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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Saving Primary Teeth From Decay Is Totally Worth It - Here's How
posted: Jul. 21, 2021.
The few teeth your one or two year old has will eventually fall out in a few years—so, why be concerned about tooth decay this early? Actually, you should: Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early
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Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to
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Take These Immediate Actions to Save a Knocked-Out Tooth
posted: Jul. 11, 2021.
Accidents do happen, especially if you or a family member has an active lifestyle. One such risk, especially for someone playing a contact sport, is having a tooth knocked Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don’t let a dental emergency ruin your summer vacation!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
For many of our patients at Valley Dental Care, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from dental emergencies,
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Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
posted: Jul. 01, 2021.
Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we
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