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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...

Drinking Water and Oral Health

Jun 15, 2019 | Dental News, oral hygeine, Overall Health, Teeth | 0 Comments

By now, almost everyone understands that drinking plenty of water is good for your overall health. What some might not know it that it is especially good for your oral health as well. There are several ways water can play a role in helping you maintain good oral...

Avoid Bad Breath By Brushing Your Tongue

May 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Oral Health, Preventive Care, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Should I Be Brushing My Tongue? You should hopefully know that you need to brush and floss your teeth, by now. But what you may not know is that you should show the same attention to your tongue. Your tongue provides the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. No amount...

Why is the roof of my mouth sore?

Apr 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Oral Health | 0 Comments

It's not uncommon to experience tenderness and swelling in different areas of your mouth. Feelings of tenderness and swelling can be felt in the roof of the mouth too. This usually happens for a variety of different reasons. However, most aren't serious and can be...