Beverly Farms Dental Blog

Have you been wincing whenever you take a sip of your morning coffee lately? Or have you been avoiding ice cream because of the discomfort it causes you? The pain felt by a sensitive tooth can make it much harder to enjoy hot or cold foods and beverages, but fortunately you won’t have to deal with it the rest of your life – as long as you get the proper treatment! Keep reading to learn more about what leads to tooth sensitivty as well as a possible solution for the pain.

Do you still use old fax machines or beepers? Didn’t think so. If you do not use old technology, why would you choose a dentist who still does?

Dental implants are already one of the most popular tooth replacement solutions available today. In recent years, however, advances in dental implant technology – including new state-of-the-art X-ray equipment – have made both the planning and implant placement process easier and more successful than ever!

Keep reading to learn how Cone Beam CT scanning technology is revolutionizing dental implant treatment and why you should choose a dentist who knows how to use the most recent top-of-the-line dental equipment.

You probably never expected it to happen to you, but you’ve lost a tooth or two over the years. You’re not alone. 120 million Americans are also missing at least one tooth. Now, there are several options to fill the empty space, but there’s one treatment over 500,000 people are turning to each year. Dental implants are a preferred solution because they replace the entire tooth structure, including the root. As a result, you can enjoy exceptional benefits from a prosthetic that closely looks and feels like your own tooth. Although they can be used to treat all severities of tooth loss, they aren’t right for everyone. Here’s what you need to know to determine if you’re a candidate for dental implants.

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You’ve been so busy preparing for the holidays that you haven’t been flossing very much lately. You consider making flossing more your New Year’s resolution, but even putting it off for that long could have dire consequences, mainly gum disease, which can cause bleeding gums and tooth loss. Read on to discover more about gum disease, including whether it can be cured.

What are your plans for New Year’s Eve this year? For most people, it involves spending quality time with loved ones and possibly sharing a kiss with that special someone. Odds are that if you have dental insurance, you can add “losing lots of money” to that list of New Year’s plans as well. Why is that? Let’s talk more about the reason why, and how seeing your dentist in Beverly can save you money.

When you’re a parent, you always want what’s best for your child. You want to protect them from any injuries as best as you can. One way to do that is by making sure that they wear a mouthguard to protect their teeth during sports or other physical activities. How exactly do they work? Which works better: the cheaply made mouthguard from the drugstore or a customized one from your dentist in Beverly? Read on below to find out.

If you’ve been on social media recently, you’re probably at least vaguely familiar with the concept of charcoal whitening. You have likely seen a photo of someone brushing their teeth with black toothpaste, claiming that it makes their smile brighter. How does that work? Let’s take a closer look at whether charcoal whitening actually works, or if you should just leave teeth whitening in Beverly to the professionals.

If your tooth gets knocked out, it may be tempting to run to the nearest ER. However, you’ll probably be waiting a long time, and even the professionals there might not know enough about dentistry to effectively save your tooth. Fortunately, your emergency dentist will typically see you on the same day you call. Whether you have a knocked-out tooth, a broken tooth, or a severe toothache, your dentist can treat them with greater expertise than your local ER. Keep reading to learn how.

Your dentures have never been one hundred percent comfortable, but lately, they’ve been feeling a lot worse. Your gum tissue is irritated and you’re having trouble chewing. If this sounds familiar, then you might need to have your dentures repaired or replaced by your dentist. Keep reading as we discuss how exactly your dentist can fix your dentures.

Any amount of time you spend without your full set of teeth is too long. Therefore, your main priority is to have them replaced in a safe and reliable manner. Dental implants in Beverly provide the perfect solution, but what makes them different from the other replacement procedures? Read on to find out, and also discover why it’s imperative to take action now!