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Protecting Your Oral Health in Cold and Flu Season

Jan 15, 2020 | Preventive Care, Teeth | 0 Comments

Every year about this time, cold and flu season takes off. It seems like it never takes a break. There are not many houses left untouched by sickness. Individuals and families are focused on everyone getting better. When you or a loved one is sick, your teeth are...

What You Need to Know About Tooth Extractions

Dec 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Oral Health, Teeth | 0 Comments

The phrase, “tooth extraction” is just another way to say you’re having a tooth pulled. It’s an outpatient procedure your Saugus, MA dentist does in their office. Most of the time, the dentist will try other treatment options first before deciding on tooth extraction....

How to Protect Your Tooth Enamel

Nov 15, 2019 | oral hygeine, Teeth | 0 Comments

Tooth enamel is one of the body’s hardest substances. It’s even stronger than bone and provides a layer of protection for your teeth. Even though it is strong, it doesn’t mean you can ignore your teeth. It’s important to protect your enamel since it is what is...

Should My Child Wear a Mouthguard to Play Sports?

Oct 15, 2019 | Teeth | 0 Comments

If you have a child who is active in sports, it's important to invest in a mouthguard to help protect their teeth and mouth. Mouthguards can protect your child from injuries to the teeth and gums, and just about any Saugus, MA dentist will recommend that you have one...

Dealing with a Cracked Tooth

Sep 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Teeth | 0 Comments

Many times, a cracked tooth is invisible to the naked eye, and sometimes they are so small they won't even show up on an X-Ray. That's why you should schedule an appointment with your Saugus and North Boston area dentist as soon as you suspect you might have a problem...

Is There a Link between Obesity and Oral Health?

Aug 16, 2019 | Gum Health, oral hygeine, Overall Health, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Obesity is increasingly becoming a concern around the world. However, what most people fail to realize is that there is a link between obesity and oral health. While a number of factors contribute to these two conditions, Dr. Stephen Petinge says there may be a need...

Basics of Gingivitis

Jul 16, 2019 | Gum Health, Oral Health, oral hygeine | 0 Comments

Gingivitis is a term you may have heard before. It’s not a serious dental condition in itself. However, it can be serious if it’s not treated by a dental professional. Here you’ll find the definition, symptoms, and treatment options. What is Gingivitis? Gingivitis...