• posted: May 18, 2019
• porcelain veneers

Your teeth are sound and healthy—but appearance-wise, they're nothing to write home about. It's nothing major: a chip, some heavy staining or perhaps a slight gap between the front Read More

• posted: May 08, 2019
• pain management

There's no doubt treating dental problems can improve your health. But because the mouth is among the most sensitive areas of the body, many dental procedures can be potentially Read More

• posted: Apr. 28, 2019
• orthodontic treatment,  braces

Bite problems are quite common—as many as 75% of adults may have some form of orthodontic issue. Unfortunately, there's also something else just as common: that many people believe Read More

• posted: Apr. 18, 2019
• extraction

The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read More

• posted: Apr. 08, 2019
• oral cancer

This month marks the 20th annual observance of Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Last year, over 50,000 people in the US were diagnosed with oral cancer, and over 10,000 people Read More

• posted: Mar. 29, 2019
• gum disease

If you're over 30 your chances for developing periodontal (gum) disease are better than half. And it's not a minor matter—untreated gum disease can lead not only to tooth Read More

• posted: Mar. 19, 2019
• oral hygiene,  pediatric dentistry

Your child's oral development generates considerable changes during their "growing up" years. There are a number of things you can do to help support their development—but also things you Read More

• posted: Mar. 09, 2019
• bone grafting,  tooth pain

When they’re introducing a new movie, actors often take a moment to pay tribute to the people who helped make it happen — like, you know, their dentists. At Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2019
• laser dentistry

Find out how laser dentistry is changing the face of dental care in Putnam, CT. When we think of lasers, we often think about their use in computer technology, printing Read More

• posted: Feb. 27, 2019
• dry mouth

When your mouth is dry, you know it: that sticky, uncomfortable feeling when you first wake up or when you're thirsty. Fortunately, it usually goes away after you eat Read More

• posted: Feb. 17, 2019
• gum disease

Periodontal (gum) disease is as common as it is destructive. Almost half of all adults 30 and older have some form—and those numbers increase to nearly three-quarters by age Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2019
• composite resin

It might not rise to the level of a miracle, but cosmetic dentistry can achieve some amazing outcomes with unattractive teeth. A skilled and experienced dentist can turn "ugly Read More

• posted: Jan. 28, 2019
• celebrity smiles,  dental injury

The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Read More

• posted: Jan. 18, 2019
• porcelain veneers

Those unattractive teeth you see in the mirror are what are standing between you and a truly beautiful smile. If only you could make them go away. In a way, Read More

• posted: Jan. 08, 2019
• medicine

Like other healthcare providers, dentists have relied for decades on the strong pain relief of opioid (narcotic) drugs for patients after dental work. As late as 2012, doctors and Read More

• posted: Dec. 29, 2018
• orthodontic treatment,  lingual braces

We’re all familiar with tried and true traditional braces and perhaps with newer clear aligners for realigning teeth. But there’s an even more novel way that’s quickly becoming popular: Read More