In the age of the Internet, one can get overwhelmed with endless claims of unfounded pseudoscience especially when it comes to health and medicine. Even when it comes to teeth and gums, there are numerous claims out there that are surprisingly gaining popularity these days that are not accurate. I am writing this blog to…
Stop Snoring in the South End of Boston!
Did you know that 45% of normal adults snore at least occasionally? Not only is snoring a nuisance, but 75% of people who snore have obstructive sleep apnea (or OSA). OSA occurs when the muscles and tissue surrounding the throat relax causing the airway to collapse, blocking airflow to the lungs. Not only can sleep…
Where in the South End of Boston Can I Get Botox?
Here at Tremont Dental Care, in the South End of Boston, we not only focus on dental care but we also perfect our patients’ smiles.? Botox therapy is used in our office to do just that! What is Botox therapy? Botox (botulinum toxin type A) is a type of neurotoxin that can have positive cosmetic…
Dentistry Going Digital
Here is a great article about how dental offices across the nation are all starting to go digital. Not to brag or anything, but for over ten years Tremont Dental Care has had digital x-rays and CAD/CAM technology (think of it like 3D printing for crowns) available to our patients. We recently installed a brand-new…
South End of Boston: Do bad teeth keep you out of your dream jobs?
Last week a segment on NBC News addressed how having bad teeth can be an obstacle for job seekers in landing their dream jobs. You may wonder how this can be true. Well, according to Dr. Susan Hyde, a population scientist at the University of California San Francisco, there is substantial evidence to support this….
Residents of the South End of Boston Love Coffee
Studies show that about half of all Americans drink coffee daily, however I would say more than half of the residents of the South End of Boston drink coffee daily.? There have been numerous studies done on both the positive and negative effects of coffee on one’s health, but you may wonder what are some…
Your Mouth is The Gateway to Good Overall Health
Researchers have been connecting the health of your mouth with the rest of your body for some time now.? Lately even more studies have shown that some problems that begin in your mouth could predict trouble for other areas of your body. Bleeding gums can be a symptom of a hormonal imbalance.? Gum tissue has…
South End of Boston: Some People May Want To Know How We Protect Our Patients.
For the last 15 years Tremont Dental Care in the South End of Boston has always been committed to employing the best technology available to keep our office safe for both patients and the staff. ?Our patients’ health and safety are our foremost priorities. ?Studies show that following proper infection control procedures greatly reduce risk…
Gum Recession: How Can I Stop it in the South End of Boston?
Many patients come into our office in the South End of Boston with this problem: Receding gum line. When gums recede, the supporting structures around the teeth wear away, exposing the root of the tooth. This can cause hypersensitivity to cold, and in some cases toothaches. Gum recession also facilitates disease-causing bacteria to accumulate that…
South End of Boston: Easy Steps to Make Flossing a Daily Habit
We all know that flossing is important and that it needs to be done at least once a day. Flossing cleans areas of your teeth that the toothbrush cannot reach. This helps prevent cavities and gum issues. That being said, even the most conscientious patients come to their dental cleanings anxiously awaiting the hygienist’s lecture…