Gum Recession or Gum Disease? Although it often starts unnoticed, over time you may discover that you have some tooth sensitivity, perhaps you’ll feel a notch around the gum line or notice that more tooth is showing than normal. Gum recession is common as we get older, hence the saying “long in the tooth” as an indicator of age. When... read more »
Do I Really Need Regular Dental Exams? Life is busy these days! Sometimes it may feel like there’s just not enough time for everything. Putting off your next dental exam may sound tempting. If you're thinking about Nashua NH dental care you may ask, “How often do I need to see a dentist anyway?” You may find a variety of... read more »
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” ― Thích Nhất Hạnh Do you find yourself holding back when you smile, or hiding behind your hand when you talk or laugh? Maybe you don’t quite know what to change or perhaps you’re not sure about what options are... read more »
We heard this story from one of our patients: "As a young child I was racing my brother down a hill. I won the race but fell and knocked off part of my front tooth. When I went to the dentist, he put in a silver crown. That was the day I started to hide behind my hand. Eventually I... read more »
Did you know... …tooth decay (dental caries) continues to be the most common chronic disease in both adults and children in the United States, according to the latest study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)? Ninety-two percent of adults age 20-64 have had tooth decay. Children age 2-11 have a 42% incidence and 59% of teens age 12-19 have... read more »
If you or one of your family members is a denture-wearer (upper and lower), it’s still important to have an oral health exam every year at minimum; an exam every six months is even more effective. Many denture patients “disappear” after receiving their dentures thinking they’ll never need a dentist again. But maintaining gum and tissue health is still important... read more »
Sometimes we’re asked what it means when we say we provide comprehensive dental care for our patients. It’s a great question and one that involves more than just the dictionary. Nothing in the human body exists or functions in isolation. In comprehensive care, we look at the mouth as more than teeth and gums – we include the soft tissues... read more »
Amherst Teeth in A Day Today it’s possible to replace all of your missing teeth with a full set of permanent teeth that you never need to remove. It’s a fixed bridge solution that stays in place 24 hours a day that functions more securely than dentures and looks like natural teeth. With a new process of placing dental implants,... read more »
Everyday stress can really cause us to suffer, even in New Hampshire! You’ve probably already heard that high blood pressure and increased cortisol levels are linked to stress, but even your teeth can be negatively affected. Picture the jaw muscle twitch of someone in a stressful situation. Tooth grinding and clenching are common reactions to stress but can also be... read more »
Do You Have a High Cavity Risk? How frustrating! You brush twice a day and floss before bedtime; you watch what you eat and stay away from candy and sugary drinks. Still, you find yourself dreading going to the dentist because every time it seems like you have another cavity. Maybe you’re thinking: I just have soft teeth and there’s... read more »