In our last blog post, we tackled the all-too-common issue of dental anxiety and offered some tips to help our patients overcome it. Similar in spirit, we’re using this month’s blog post to dispel some myths about dental care that can negatively impact your health and wellness. Many of these are old wives’ tales, but some are also just good old fashioned (read: outdated!) advice.
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Concord's Friendliest Dentist
A Guide to Preparation, Procedure, and Recovery
If you’ve been told you need a root canal, you might be feeling a mix of apprehension and curiosity about what lies ahead. Root canals have a reputation for being intimidating, but — as with dental or medical procedure — understanding the process can help alleviate some of the anxiety.
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As we embark on the iconic fall foliage season here in New England, we’re excited to celebrate all things autumn; however, for those of you who count the days until Dunkin’ releases its pumpkin spice coffees, please give this a read before you take that first sip…
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It’s starting to feel like summer, most kids are out of school, and that means lots of changes to our daily habits! Summer vacation has lots of upsides, but there are also lots of things that can impact your dental health
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We often think of oral health and overall health as separate, but of course, our mouths are part of our bodies. Oral health is just one part of overall health, and even though you tend to go to a dentist for your teeth and a doctor for other health matters, your oral health can have lots of impacts on the rest of your body.
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