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You’re preparing for your regular checkup and cleaning, and you find out the dentist will be recommending a fluoride treatment to be directly…

Should I use dental floss before I brush my teeth? Or, is it better to floss after I brush my teeth? The answers to those questions have raged among…

When many people think of mouthwash, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a quick way to freshen their breath in the morning or after a…

Salt has many uses. It adds flavor to food, removes stains from clothing and can help scrub rust from metal. But did you know that this mineral also…

Your smile is one of your most important assets; it communicates your joy and positivity, inspires confidence in those you meet and helps you make a…

One of TV and movie actors’ most noticeable attributes is their dazzling smiles. Your smile can go from ordinary to extraordinary by letting…

This muscular organ does more than help to churn up food. It’s also an important component in your complete oral health. Most people…

Your mouth is a complicated ecosystem of components that work together to allow you to speak, chew, swallow and a host of other important functions. …

Studies show that across the United States millions of people are living with partial or complete tooth loss. Fortunately, with today’s…

Dry mouth may be most commonly associated with feelings of anxiety, but it can also be a symptom of other health issues. The inadequate production of…

Are you searching for a dentist who can provide excellent care for everyone in your household? Look no further than the office of Downtown Dental CT. …

Most people have the privilege of being able to drink and eat whatever they want and whenever they want. It’s a luxury we take for granted…

You’ll know, and your dentist certainly will, when you have tooth decay.   It is a real problem that can lead to serious complications if…

The pleasure we get from eating the foods we love can make us smile. But what about the effects those foods are having on our teeth and gums? The…

Think of it as the key to keeping everything flowing in your mouth and digestive system. Saliva may be something we have always taken for granted,…

There’s cavity-fighting fluoride in our water, our toothpaste and our mouthwash, so why is your dentist recommending applying fluoride directly…

Nearly 30 million people nationwide have diabetes, a disease affecting the body’s ability to process sugar. Some 8 million people don’t…

Adults have a total of 32 teeth in their mouths. Keeping them at 32 throughout the years can be a challenge for some as old age, dental disease or…

Did you know that according to statistics, more than 90% of adults ages 20-64 have had a cavity in their lifetime? And, tooth decay doesn’t just…

Tooth decay. In the dental world, it’s public enemy #1 — a condition that affects both children and adults, and one that requires…

When you’re faced with a dental emergency, it’s important to act fast. As experienced providers of care, we are well-equipped to provide…

The mouth you have today is not the one you had long ago.   Your teeth’s nerves have become smaller, so that they are less sensitive when…

Once you lose your baby teeth and your adult teeth come in, you might figure that’s that – they’re in for life. Not so! Studies…