Northborough Dental Associates Blog

Since Invisalign aligner trays are custom-made for each patient, they should fit snugly and securely on your teeth. They should be relatively easy to take in and out of your mouth. But what if one of your aligners does not seem to fit? What can cause this issue, and what can you do to get your treatment back on track? This blog post provides some helpful information.

If you are like most people, December is a busy time for you! You may be organizing get-togethers for friends and family, doing lots of shopping, and preparing to get the new year off to a good start. With all that is going on, it could be easy to let important things slip by the wayside, such as your Invisalign treatment. This blog post contains some important year-end reminders to help your teeth-straightening journey stay on track.

Dental implant failure is quite rare, but sadly, it does happen to some people. While you do not need to be overly worried that you will be a victim of this problem, you should be able to recognize its signs and symptoms so you can receive timely treatment should the need arise. In this blog post, you will learn what to look out for and how you can reduce your risk of dental implant failure.

After your dental implant surgery, it is important that you follow post-op instructions from your care team. Those instructions will require you to do certain things while you avoid doing other things. What are some habits that might compromise your body’s healing process? This blog post lists several things that should be strictly off-limits during your recovery period.

If you are in the process of comparing your tooth replacement options, you have likely come across a lot of information about dental implants. Not only are they strong, sturdy, and long-lasting, but they also boast an impressive success rate of more than 95%! What makes them such a predictable and reliable way to rebuild a smile? This blog post explains.

Thanks to the marvels of modern medicine, many people are able to stay healthy and active well into their 80s or 90s. Even if you are officially considered a senior citizen, you could still have decades of life ahead of you! How can you make the most out of your golden years? One thing you should do is take care of your smile. Healthy, attractive teeth and gums can do much to make you look amazing and feel your best. Still, you might wonder if you are too old for cosmetic dentistry.

The answer is a firm no! Dental services, including cosmetic treatments, have no upper age limit. What are some procedures that might help you achieve your dream smile? This blog post explains.

What are you planning this summer? Whether you want to go hiking, lounge on the beach, or attend local events, you should be able to do so with a confident, photo-ready smile. But what if you dislike some aspects of your teeth’s appearance? Cosmetic dental treatments may be able to help. This blog post discusses three services that might give you the confidence boost you need to enjoy the sunny season to the fullest extent possible.

Would you like to enhance your smile? It would be worthwhile to request a consultation with your local cosmetic dentist. After a thorough evaluation, they can recommend treatments to help you reach your goals, whether you want to brighten your teeth or correct other aesthetic imperfections. How can you get the most out of your consultation appointment? Be sure to ask the following five questions:

Dentures should fit comfortably but snugly on your gum tissue. Once you get used to using them, they should feel like a natural extension of your body. But what if your prosthetic does not fit well? You could end up suffering a number of annoying and even painful complications. What are some specific problems that can be caused by ill-fitting dentures? This blog post lists a few.

Dentures offer a cost-effective and aesthetically pleasing way to replace missing teeth. However, they do not provide the same bite strength as natural dentition. In order to protect both your oral health and your prosthetic, you might need to make some dietary modifications. What foods should you avoid with dentures? This blog lists a few.