One of the most common questions at any dental practice is how much will it hurt? Fear of pain is universal. At a dentist’s office, that fear can be more than at any other meidcal doctor’s office. Frequently, patients will ask the dentists at Dental Partners of Boston this question when considering dental implants. Since […]
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Can You Be Too Old To Get Braces?
Adult orthodontics are becoming very popular, and it’s not surprising why: Adjusting your teeth as an adult can correct lifelong problems you’ve had due to crooked or improperly aligned teeth. Braces treat several orthodontic problems, like an uneven and improper bite. Because of the power of adult orthodontics, other problems can be solved like headaches. […]
Save Money By Flossing Daily
Flossing your teeth is kind of like eating less sugar, getting up at the right time, and stretching your back regularly: the professionals all tell us it’s important, but it’s hard to always listen! What can help is perhaps gaining a better understanding of why flossing is so important. What can make matters worse, we […]
Dangers of Vaping To Your Oral Health
A big marketing strategy by e-cigarettes companies to increase sales is the notion that e-cigarettes are safer than regular cigarettes. The reasoning behind this marketing strategy is that an e-cigarette’s oil is cleaner and doesn’t use smoke. They also say the smoke does not have chemicals in it that produce carcinogens that then enter your […]
Why It’s Vital To Replace Metal Fillings!
Many studies* have been conducted on metal fillings that show how dangerous they can be and why they should be replaced with tooth-colored fillings. In this post, we reveal the dangers of metal fillings and the importance of replacing them. 50% Mercury Metal, silver-colored fillings, also known as Dental Amalgam Fillings within the dental industry, […]
How Can I Get My Jaw To Stop Hurting?
If you are experiencing pain in your jaw it could be caused by many different kinds of conditions, from gum inflammation to a toothache, but one of the most common is a TMJ disorder. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, which is the joint connecting your jawbone to the skull. It is one of the most […]
Why Is My Mouth Dry?
A decrease in saliva can sometimes be a normal thing and often it’s just annoying to deal with. But it can also have a major impact on your general health and the health of your teeth and gums as well as your appetite and enjoyment of food. Dry mouth happens when the salivary gland in […]
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants have truly changed the replacement of teeth over the years. Before the development of dental implants, people with dentures were unable to chew many kinds of food. This has all changed with this amazing advancement in dental technology. What Is A Dental Implant? Dental implants are made up of titanium and other materials […]
How Bad Habits Affect Your Teeth
Our goal at Dental Partners of Boston is to not just assist in improving your dental health but also to help you prevent problems from ever arising. One of the bigger issues our patients run into is their bad habits. Simple everyday things that many people do subconsciously can weaken the enamel on your teeth. […]
Things to Consider Before A Gum Graft
If your gums are receding, a gum graft may be something that you are considering. Gum recession exposes the roots of your teeth. This increases the likelihood of decay, sensitivity, and being prone to abrasion. What To Expect With A Gum Graft During a gum graft, the dentist removes tissue from the roof of your […]