Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes to healthy hydration. Which beverages shouldn’t have a prime spot in your cooler when you’re wearing braces or aligners?
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It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road if the habit isn’t broken early on.
(more…)TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your the doctor and our team have told you that you have a TMJ disorder, what can we do to help?
(more…)Oral hygiene has always been an important part of maintaining overall health. For thousands of years, humans have found ways to keep their teeth and mouths clean. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), “early forms of the toothbrush have existed for nearly 5,000 years.” But what exactly did the first toothbrush look like?
(more…)When was the last time you paid Dr. George Salem in Braintree, MA, a visit? If you’re like many people, chances are it was more than six months ago. We hear the reasons why people neglect regular dental visits all the time: lack of money or quality dental insurance, busy schedules, and fear. However, your twice-yearly checkups are so important for your dental health and your overall health as well.
(more…)Invisalign is one of the best methods used to help straighten a person’s teeth. However, there are many questions most people have about Invisalign when looking to straighten their teeth. The dentists at Dr. George Salem and Associates are ready to help those in Braintree, MA, answer all of their Invisalign questions. Below are common questions asked about Invisalign:
(more…)Chances are, you’ve probably had a cavity at least once in your life. If you’ve had a cavity, then you likely have a filling. Depending on the type of filling you received, there’s a chance it may need to be replaced at some point in your life. Your dentists at Dr. George Salem and Associates in Braintree, MA, can take a look at your old fillings and determine if it’s time for them to be replaced to keep your tooth intact and healthy.
(more…)Chances are, you’ve probably had a cavity at least once in your life. If you’ve had a cavity, then you likely have a filling. Depending on the type of filling you received, there’s a chance it may need to be replaced at some point in your life. Your dentists at Dr. George Salem and Associates in Braintree, MA, can take a look at your old fillings and determine if it’s time for them to be replaced to keep your tooth intact and healthy.
(more…)Over time, it’s common that your teeth may start to show signs of yellowing, staining, or just becoming dull. You may have tried at-home teeth whitening kits from the store, but professional teeth whitening is more likely to give you the results that you may want. Your dentists at Dr. George Salem and Associates, P.C. in Braintree, MA, can explain how professional teeth whitening can help your smile and can give you the smile you’ve always dreamed of.
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