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Cambridge MA Dentist | Repair Your Smile with Dentures
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | Repair Your Smile with DenturesOur dental team is pleased to provide high-quality removable dentures to new and existing patients who have experienced the loss of some or all of their teeth. These dentures are…
Cambridge MA Dentist | Restoring Smiles with Veneers
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | Restoring Smiles with VeneersAbout 1 in 4 adults in the United States feels embarrassed by the look of their smile. Our dental office is proud to offer porcelain dental veneers to new and…
Cambridge MA Dentist | 12 Reasons to See Your Dentist
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | 12 Reasons to See Your DentistDon’t wait until you’re in pain to see your dentist! Most people make time to clean out the house, car, garage, or closets at least twice a year. Why not…
Dr. G’s High Level Dentistry Series: Are you breaking your own teeth without realizing it?
Read More >>: Dr. G’s High Level Dentistry Series: Are you breaking your own teeth without realizing it?If you regularly wake up with headaches, a sore neck, or a sore jaw it could be related to grinding/clenching. There are 5 main muscles associated with clenching and grinding. …
Cambridge MA Dentist | How to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthier
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | How to Get Your Kids to Eat HealthierThe food children eat affects their long term oral health. Some foods have nutrients teeth need. Others are full of acids and sugars that are harmful to teeth. With so…
Dr. G’s High Level Dentistry Series: Are you Overwhelmed?
Read More >>: Dr. G’s High Level Dentistry Series: Are you Overwhelmed?Problem: You keep feeling like your dentist is chasing problems instead of “routine” cleanings and exams and it’s getting overwhelming for everyone. For the scope of this blog entry, complex dental…
Cambridge MA Dentist | The Periodontal Disease – Diabetes Connection
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | The Periodontal Disease – Diabetes ConnectionIn our mouths, we have numerous forms of bacteria. Some are helpful and some are harmful. Bacteria in the mouth can be helpful because it helps to sanitize the mouth…
Dr. G’s High Level Dentistry Series: Cavity Prevention
Read More >>: Dr. G’s High Level Dentistry Series: Cavity PreventionYou brush and floss like you are supposed to, but you still get cavities. Maybe you can feel that your dentist or hygienist keep bringing up you not flossing enough…
Cambridge MA Dentist | Dental Implant Restorations
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | Dental Implant RestorationsAbout 1 in 4 adults experience tooth loss between the ages of 21 and 30. Dental implants are a safe and long-term option for tooth replacement that improve the appearance…
Cambridge MA Dentist | Are Dental Veneers Right for Me?
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | Are Dental Veneers Right for Me?We often have visitors to our office ask about solutions for fixing stained teeth or filling in gaps between teeth. We sometimes suggest veneers. Veneers are one cosmetic option available…
Dr. G’s blog: Introducing our High Level Dentistry series
Read More >>: Dr. G’s blog: Introducing our High Level Dentistry seriesDoes any of this sound familiar? Doing everything the hygienist has recommended, and you STILL get cavities Breaking your fillings, caps, or even your natural teeth You know there is…
Cambridge MA Dentist | Gaining Wisdom on Wisdom Teeth
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | Gaining Wisdom on Wisdom TeethWisdom teeth are the last new teeth that will enter your mouth. Most patients have some form of complications resulting from their wisdom teeth. Did you know that your wisdom…
Cambridge MA Dentist | You Need to Know About Oral Thrush: Here’s Why
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | You Need to Know About Oral Thrush: Here’s WhyEven a healthy mouth is lined with bacteria. Normally, your daily oral hygiene routine helps prevent oral health complications. However, it is possible to develop an excess of bacteria and…
Cambridge MA Dentist | Can Kissing Be Hazardous to Your Health?
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | Can Kissing Be Hazardous to Your Health?When you are close to someone you can often be overly comfortable in sharing. This is especially true with kissing. In one kiss, more than 500 germs can be shared…
Cambridge MA Dentist | One Simple Treatment Can Save Your Child’s Smile
Read More >>: Cambridge MA Dentist | One Simple Treatment Can Save Your Child’s SmileOur dentist might suggest dental sealants for your child during a visit to our office. Sealants are a way to protect your teeth against decay. With any dental treatment, it…
Steps to make getting a “shot” easier
Read More >>: Steps to make getting a “shot” easier“For fast acting relief, try slowing down.” ~ Lily Tomlin Everyone hates needles, and we know that There is no surprise that you don’t like getting injections (or shots) at…
What BIG question should you be asking your dentist?
Read More >>: What BIG question should you be asking your dentist?“Walking into our stories of hurt…can feel dangerous and foreboding, and what we must ultimately confront is ourself. The most difficult part of our stories is often what we bring…
First steps to overcome your dental anxiety
Read More >>: First steps to overcome your dental anxiety“When ‘I’ is replaced by ‘we’ even illness becomes wellness” ~ Malcom X How does your body work? The first step to overcoming your dental anxiety is to figure out…
What is dental anxiety?
Read More >>: What is dental anxiety?“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” ~ C.S. Lewis Have you ever kicked your dentist in…
Dentist in Cambridge | Tobacco & Your Teeth: The Risks of Chewing and Smoking
Read More >>: Dentist in Cambridge | Tobacco & Your Teeth: The Risks of Chewing and SmokingChewing and smoking tobacco are known to cause severe health problems, particularly in the lungs. But the risks to your mouth and teeth can be just as extensive and alarming.…
How do people get their dental knowledge?
Read More >>: How do people get their dental knowledge?While practicing dentistry, I’ve discovered an unfortunate truth: people are often too scared to ask questions about their own oral health or don’t know where to turn for advice. Too…
Dentist in Cambridge | Are You Brushing your Teeth Properly?
Read More >>: Dentist in Cambridge | Are You Brushing your Teeth Properly?Many people are surprised to learn that, for years, they have actually been brushing their teeth the wrong way. Brushing your teeth the wrong way may cause oral health problems.…
Dentist in Cambridge | Gum Health and Alzheimer’s Disease
Read More >>: Dentist in Cambridge | Gum Health and Alzheimer’s DiseaseYour gum health may have an impact on your cognitive function. One recent study found a correlation between gum disease and increased cognitive decline for people living with early stages…
Dentist in Cambridge | 5 Tips for Denture Wearers
Read More >>: Dentist in Cambridge | 5 Tips for Denture WearersTaking care of your dentures can seem like an added chore. Don’t worry, with a little effort your dentures can stay clean. Here are 5 tips for keeping your dentures…
Cambridge Cosmetic Dentist | Dental Care Tips While Traveling
Read More >>: Cambridge Cosmetic Dentist | Dental Care Tips While TravelingWhen you are traveling, it can be challenging to keep up with your usual daily routine. For many people, this can include having difficulty finding the time to properly brush…
Dentist in Cambridge | One Tool for Better Gum Health
Read More >>: Dentist in Cambridge | One Tool for Better Gum HealthLoose teeth, bad breath, and painful, bloody gums – these are among the signs and symptoms of periodontal, or gum, disease. Unfortunately, periodontal disease can also begin without any obvious…
Cambridge, MA Dentist | Optimal Gum Health for Seniors
Read More >>: Cambridge, MA Dentist | Optimal Gum Health for SeniorsFor seniors, it is imperative that gum health is a top priority. As you age, your risk of developing periodontal (gum) disease increases. Periodontal disease is both preventable, and in…
Cambridge Dental Office | Can Exercise Damage Your Teeth?
Read More >>: Cambridge Dental Office | Can Exercise Damage Your Teeth?Exercise is important to good health, but can it have a detrimental effect on our teeth? Studies have shown that exercise and fitness habits can result in an increase in…
Dentist in Cambridge | To Floss or Not to Floss?
Read More >>: Dentist in Cambridge | To Floss or Not to Floss?By now, you have likely seen news reports questioning whether flossing is necessary for your oral health. We want to answer your question right away with an absolute YES. Cleaning between your teeth…
Cambridge, MA Dentist | Providing Relief from Periodontal Disease
Read More >>: Cambridge, MA Dentist | Providing Relief from Periodontal DiseaseOver 45% of U.S. adults have moderate to severe periodontal disease. Periodontal disease ranges from a mild inflammation of the gum tissues to periodontitis, a major oral disease that can…