Dr. George Salem & Associates, PC of Braintree Blog

Did you know that according to the American Dental Association, only half of Americans floss every day, and less than 20 percent don’t even floss at all? But if you want to pursue a healthy, straight, beautiful smile, you must get into the habit of flossing multiple times per day during treatment!

When it comes to Invisalign, people need to focus on wearing their aligners for the recommended 20 to 22 hours a day, but flossing can also make or break your success. Read more below to learn why you don’t want to become another sad flossing statistic.

You want your teeth to look brilliantly white, perfectly even, and simply stunning – basically, you want the best smile possible! And who could blame you? Multiple studies show that those with fantastic pearly whites are more likely to receive job promotions, first dates, and other social benefits. Plus, it just feels good to look good.

So how can you do all of that? What are your options? Keep reading, and you’ll get some dentist-approved treatments and tips.

A toothache can be easy to ignore, especially if it fades away. However, while many people assume tooth pain is a low-level annoyance, it can actually be a sign of worse things to come. When a toothache lingers, it usually indicates an infection. If left untreated, that infection can spread beyond the tooth and even become life-threatening. So, if you’ve been putting off a dental visit, keep reading. You’ll learn why ignoring this dental emergency could be a dangerous mistake.

Practicing proper preventative care is one of the best ways to prevent many common oral emergencies. Brushing and flossing your teeth twice daily strengthens your smile by removing plaque and bacteria that contribute to tooth decay and gum disease. This helps you resist chips, cracks, and other injuries that could harm your dental well-being.

Another great way to safeguard your smile is to steer clear of foods that are infamous for causing problems. Continue reading to learn about three options to avoid to keep your grin happy and healthy!

Gum irritation is a common issue. It can be caused by numerous factors, including plaque and bacterial buildup along the gumline. But what if you notice a new bump on your gum tissue? Is this something to be concerned about? This is definitely something you should mention to your dentist to rule out serious issues. Continue reading to learn about the possible causes of bumps on the gums.

More than 500,000 Americans every year are investing in dental implants to replace their missing teeth. They are the most successful solution for tooth loss. A dental implant is unique from any other treatment because it replaces both the tooth root and the crown. As a result, replacing a tooth with a dental implant won’t happen overnight. The process occurs in several steps, beginning with your implant placement surgery. Here’s how long you can expect it to take. 

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Dental implants are a significant investment in your smile, so when considering them, it’s important to be well-informed. Luckily, the first step in any dental implant procedure is a consultation with your dentist to ask questions and gather information. However, if you’ve never received implants before, you may not know what to ask. So, continue reading to find excellent questions to create a productive dental implant consultation.

The doctor and our team at George Salem and Associates, PC get this question a lot. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, once young people get their adult teeth. Because they are the last teeth to break through the gums, they are often called the third molars. There are four wisdom teeth: two on each side of the top and bottom of the mouth.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into our bodies. The Academy has designated the month of March for focusing the public’s awareness on what they eat.

Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at George Salem and Associates, PC wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in both children and adults, and in order to avoid the pain and hassle, you need to understand how they form and what to do to prevent them from developing in the first place.