Happy TMJ Awareness Month!
OUR JAWS GET a pretty constant workout between all the talking, chewing, and yawning we do, but those simple activities…
Use Your Dental Insurance Benefits Before They Expire
Chestnut Hill Dentist The holiday season is fast approaching, and as you prepare for the festivities and check off your year-end to-do list, one crucial aspect often overlooked is your dental insurance benefits. For policyholders, it’s imperative to make the most of your dental insurance before it runs out. At The Dental Office At Chestnut…
Sugar Is the Main Cause of Childhood Cavities
2 OUT OF EVERY 5 KIDS have at least one cavity by the time they finish elementary school, and the…
Don’t Take Dental Advice From TikTok!
UNLESS THE DENTIST is an active TikTok user, it’s not a good idea to get dental health advice from social media. We’ve noticed a lot of…
Sealants Are a Protective Shield for Teeth
40% OF KIDS WILL have at least one cavity by the time they start school, usually due to…
What Myths Has Modern Dentistry Debunked?
FOR AS LONG AS there have been people, there has been tooth decay, but people in past civilizations didn’t..
Is There a Wrong Way to Breathe?
“MOUTH-BREATHER” HAS made the rounds as an insult in recent years, but breathing primarily through the…
The Rotten Teeth of Shakespeare’s Time
WE CAN SEE a hint of the state of dental health in Shakespeare’s England from a sonnet in which he describes his lady love’s reeking breath. The…
5 Signs It’s Time to See Your Family Dentist
BECAUSE PREVENTION IS such a major part of good dental care, it’s critical to visit the family dentist for regular checkups. In most cases, two regular dental cleanings a…
Smile More to Boost Your Health!
YOU PROBABLY HEARD the line “it takes fewer muscles to smile than to frown” when you were growing up, but…